Judge says no to blocking broadcast of Meta trial in Santa Fe court

NM judge allows for videotaping upcoming Meta trial

New Mexico First Judicial District Judge Bryan Biedscheid on Jan. 26, 2026, denied social media giant Meta’s request to limit videotaping and recording in a trial for allegations of child exploitation on its websites. (Screengrab from virtual hearing)A New Mexico district judge on Monday denied social media giant Meta’s requests to limit news sources from streaming or recording an upcoming trial in Santa Fe regarding allegations of child exploit…

Judge says no to blocking broadcast of Meta trial in Santa Fe court

Meta had sought media coverage restrictions for an upcoming trial over New Mexico's claims its platforms are “a breeding ground for predators.”