New Mexico judge calls Meta a 'public nuisance' that's like a factory emitting 'noxious pollution' in record $567 million fine — and even Meta's own attorneys agree

A New Mexico judge ruled that Meta is a public nuisance, comparing Facebook and Instagram to factories emitting noxious pollution. The court ordered a record $567 million fine, a decision Meta's own attorneys agreed with. As part of the landmark case's second phase, the social media giant must also implement new safeguards for young users. This ruling identifies the platforms as major polluters, necessitating both significant financial penalties and structural changes to protect younger demographics.