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Judges Challenge Ohio's Social Media Consent Law

4/24/2025

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A federal judge has halted Ohio's law requiring parental consent for social media users under 16, raising concerns over free speech rights. Meanwhile, a Suffolk County judge dismissed a lawsuit against TikTok linked to a teen's tragic suicide, citing legal protections that shield platforms from liability. These rulings highlight the ongoing tension between regulation and digital freedom.

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A federal judge has halted Ohio's law requiring parental consent for social media users under 16, raising concerns over free speech rights. Meanwhile, a Suffolk County judge dismissed a lawsuit against TikTok linked to a teen's tragic suicide, citing legal protections that shield platforms from liability. These rulings highlight the ongoing tension between regulation and digital freedom.