He prosecuted child sex predators. Now, he's going after Meta for allegedly enabling them

When a young prosecutor in rural New Mexico was preparing one of his first child abuse cases, he sought advice from his father, an experienced prosecutor. Instead of practical tips, his father asked if he had met the child involved, emphasizing the importance of considering the impact on the victim. This changed the prosecutor’s perspective, prompting him to think about advocating for those who couldn’t do so themselves. Now, as New Mexico’s attorney general, he is taking on Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, accusing them of creating a platform that exposes young users to sexual content and predators. The lawsuit highlights the issue of child sexual exploitation on social media platforms and aims to hold Meta accountable for its alleged failures in addressing these concerns. The attorney general believes that the courts could provide a path for progress in ensuring child safety online, especially since legislative efforts have been stalled for years. A ruling against Meta could set a precedent for holding other tech companies liable for similar issues. The article also mentions the attorney general’s background in prosecuting sex crimes against children and highlights the scale of the problem according to an internal document from Meta. The company has denied the allegations and claims to have implemented safety measures for young users. The lawsuit seeks to block Meta from engaging in unfair practices and could potentially challenge the legal protections afforded to online platforms.