Meta Considered a ‘Whisper Campaign’ to Discredit Its Biggest Critic, Court Documents Show

In recent years, Meta has faced increased scrutiny regarding the negative impact of social media—particularly Facebook and Instagram—on the mental health and wellness of teens and children. Faced with a growing push to do something, Meta sprang into action... to strategize on how to undermine its biggest critic.

According to recently filed court documents in an ongoing legal challenge brought against Meta and other social media giants, it appears that Meta considered launching a “whisper strategy” to discredit Jonathan Haidt…