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Jury selection begins in Oakland as Meta faces federal youth harms trial in CA
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· August 12, 2026
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Key takeaway Further information on the trial and its developments can be found through local news sources, including ABC7 News.
In Oakland, a significant trial is underway as Meta faces a federal lawsuit. The case centers on claims that Meta's platforms have negative effects on youth mental health and improperly track children, allegedly violating federal law. Jury selection for the trial began on Wednesday.
The trial itself is set to start next week and is anticipated to be a lengthy process, lasting around six to eight weeks. Further information on the trial and its developments can be found through local news sources, including ABC7 News.
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Category: government Published: August 12, 2026 Source: ABC7 News (KGO-TV, ABC) Reading time: 1 min
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