After the tragic shooting at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas, families of the victims are taking legal action against big companies. Attorney Josh Koskoff, who previously helped Sandy Hook victims, is leading the charge against Activision, Meta (formerly Facebook), and gun maker Daniel Defense.
The lawsuit claims these companies worked together to make guns seem cool to young people. They point fingers at Activision’s “Call of Duty” game, saying it makes guns look fun, and at Meta’s Instagram, which they say lets gun ads slip through the cracks.
Activision said they feel for the families but argue that research doesn’t show a link between games and real violence. Meta hasn’t said much yet.
Details about the lawsuit
The lawsuit suggests the Uvalde shooter played “Call of Duty” and saw ads for guns on Instagram. While Meta says they ban gun sales, reports suggest they’re not strict about it.
The lawsuit’s message is clear: these companies might be making it easier for shootings to happen. But the debate about whether games cause violence is ongoing, with some studies saying there’s no proof.
As the legal fight goes on, it raises important questions about what responsibility big companies have and how much they should control what we see online. Whatever the outcome, it’s a reminder of how powerful the influence of technology can be, especially on young minds.
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