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District joins lawsuits against social media companies
What happened
On September 1, 2026 the board voted 5-0 to retain special litigation counsel (King Law) to pursue claims against social media companies such as Meta over harm to students. The superintendent said district leaders had met with the firm about its proposal.
Why it matters to families
The district is joining many others in suing over students' mental health.
The evidence
In the September 1, 2026 recording the board approves "the resolution ... authorizing retention of special litigation council to investigate and pursue claims against social media companies."
The source
September 1, 2026 board meeting recordingSee the full record for McDowell County Schools.
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