Instagram Head Testifies in Child Safety Lawsuit Against Meta

Why it matters locally: While Virginia is not one of the four states directly involved in this lawsuit, any federal ruling or settlement could establish precedents affecting how social media platforms operate for young users nationwide, including those in Virginia.

OAKLAND, Calif. — Adam Mosseri, head of Instagram, testified in federal court on August 25, 2026. This testimony occurred as part of a lawsuit against Meta, the parent company of Instagram and Facebook. Four U.S. states filed the lawsuit. They allege Meta designed its social media platforms, Facebook and Instagram, to create addiction among children. The states also claim Meta misrepresented the risks associated with its platforms to the public.