Meta Platforms Inc., the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, is being sued by 41 U.S. states, including California and New York, for intentionally designing features that harm young people’s mental health and contribute to addiction. The lawsuit alleges that Meta knowingly violated federal law by collecting data on children under 13 without parental consent. The company is accused of concealing the dangers of its platforms and manipulating vulnerable users, with the lawsuits seeking financial damages, restitution, and an end to Meta’s practices. Meta responds by expressing disappointment and highlighting its commitment to teen safety.