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Judge nixes Meta's attempts to quash star witness, key evidence out of upcoming child-safety trial
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· August 16, 2026
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Key takeaway Further details about the trial and the judge's ruling can be found in the Los Angeles Times, which has been following the developments in the case.
A federal judge has made a ruling against Meta, a company facing accusations in an upcoming trial. The trial is related to concerns about the impact of Meta's products on children. The judge's decision is significant, coming just days before the trial is set to begin.
It is expected to be a major case, with substantial attention focused on the company's development of products and their effects on young users. Further details about the trial and the judge's ruling can be found in the Los Angeles Times, which has been following the developments in the case.
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Category: business Published: August 16, 2026 Source: Los Angeles Times - California Reading time: 1 min
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