A significant federal trial is commencing in California, with multiple states suing Meta over child safety on its platforms. The lawsuit accuses Meta of deliberately designing addictive features and illegally collecting data on children under 13 for profit. States are seeking up to $1.4 trillion in damages and structural changes to Meta's operations. This trial follows two previous losses for Meta concerning harms to children. The potential financial penalty is astronomically high, with experts noting it could lead to bankruptcy, though such an extreme outcome is considered unlikely. The case also involves violations of various state and federal statutes related to child privacy, false advertising, and unfair competition. While Meta claims it has implemented safety measures and disputes the allegations, states are pushing for more significant product changes. A previous bellwether case awarded $6 million to a single plaintiff who testified to social media addiction. The jury in the current trial will consider if Meta's design choices negligently harmed minors. Prospective jurors acknowledge Meta's contribution to the youth mental health crisis but also cite other societal factors. The outcome could set a precedent for how social media companies are held accountable for their impact on young users.