New Mexico Attorney General Seeks $3.7 Billion Plan to Reform Meta's Practices
New Mexico Attorney General Raul Torrez is pursuing a $3.7 billion abatement plan against Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, as part of a landmark trial. The state argues that Meta's practices have created a public nuisance, particularly affecting minors' mental health. The proposed plan includes funding for mental health programs, law enforcement, and educational initiatives, alongside changes to Meta's services such as age verification and limiting notifications for teens. Meta contends that these demands are impractical and may force the company to withdraw its services from New Mexico. The trial's outcome could set a precedent for addressing social media's impact on public health. 
