Judge Orders Meta to Halt Sharing Instagram Data with DHS

Source: Judge tells Meta not to share Instagram users’ information with Trump admin (2025-09-20)

A federal judge has issued an order preventing Meta from sharing information about Instagram users with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). The ruling comes amid concerns over privacy violations and the potential misuse of user data, prompting a legal challenge from privacy advocates and affected users. The court's decision underscores ongoing tensions between government agencies and tech companies over data privacy and surveillance. Meta has stated it will comply with the court's directive, emphasizing its commitment to protecting user privacy while the legal proceedings continue.

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