Meta's threat to exit New Mexico shows it refuses to protect children, AG says
( April 30, 2026, 15:53 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez issued a statement saying that Meta Platforms’ threat to shut down its platforms in the state rather than implement “basic safeguards” for children shows that the company puts engagement, advertising revenue, and profit above all. “Meta is showing the world how little it cares about child safety,” Torrez said. “Meta’s refusal to follow the laws that protect our kids tells you everything you need to know about this company and the character of its leaders. We know Meta has the ability to make these changes. For years the company has rewritten its own rules, redesigned its products, and even bent to the demands of dictators to preserve market access. This is not about technological capability.”Statement follows in full. ...
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