Kentucky mom advocates for more social media regulations as state leads court case against Meta

By: McKenna Horsley

Outlets: Kentucky Lantern

Published: August 24, 2026

Words: 599

Last Updated: 1 month, 3 weeks ago

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A Kentucky mom is closely watching a court case against Meta that could determine if the social media company knowingly designed addictive products that are harmful to children.

Shannon Heacock, from Glasgow, told the Kentucky Lantern social media platforms should face more accountability and regulations. Last year, her …

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