New Mexico seeks up to $40 billion in penalties against Meta for privacy violations
What happened
New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez has requested a judge to impose civil penalties of $35 billion to $40 billion on Meta Platforms following a jury verdict that found over 43 million violations of state consumer protection laws.
The Context
- Ongoing litigation: New Mexico's actions are part of a broader trend of state-level lawsuits against social media companies regarding privacy and youth mental health.
- Previous settlements: In August 2026, Meta settled a separate lawsuit in New Mexico for $942 million, which included reforms aimed at protecting children on its platforms.
- Appeal anticipated: Meta plans to appeal any substantial penalties, arguing that the proposed amounts are unconstitutional and violate due process.
The Number
— This is the number of violations of New Mexico’s Unfair Practices Act found by the jury in the Cambridge Analytica privacy case, highlighting the scale of consumer protection issues at stake.
Takeaway
As the case unfolds, it may influence future regulations and litigation strategies for tech companies across the U.S.
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