Prince Harry Backs Families in Social Media Trial
The Duke of Sussex, Prince Harry, has expressed his gratitude to families pursuing legal action against Instagram and YouTube, praising them for “telling your stories over and over again.” The remarks came during an emotional address to bereaved parents following the start of a landmark trial in California examining whether the platforms harm young people’s mental health. Families involved in the case allege that the platforms are addictive by design, claims denied by lawyers for YouTube and Meta, Instagram’s parent company. In footage shared with BBC Breakfast, Prince Harry said he hopes the trial will bring “truth, justice and accountability.” Addressing the parents, the prince acknowledged the emotional weight of the proceedings. “None of you should be here,” he said, speaking with a visible tremor. “Thank you for doing everything that you’ve done. Thank you for telling your stories over […]