Meta can’t stop states’ $1.4 trillion lawsuit from going to trial
Summary
Ars Technica reports that the 9th Circuit rejected Meta and TikTok’s attempt to claim Section 230 immunity, letting a state-led lawsuit demanding about 1.4 trillion dollars proceed to trial. The ruling clarifies that Section 230 provides a defense to liability, not immunity from suit. The case involves state consumer protection claims and potential implications for other platforms; trial starts August 19 with jury selection August 12.