Florida loses injunction bid against Meta in social media case
( October 19, 2026, 21:52 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: A Florida judge has denied the state’s request to force Meta Platforms to introduce age checks, remove underage users, and restrict features on Facebook and Instagram pending trial. Circuit Judge Alicia Polk ruled the measures would improperly alter the status quo and grant final relief before trial. Although the state showed a substantial likelihood of success on its deception claim, the requested injunction was not tailored, she found. The order is attached....
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