Rhode Island is suing Meta for making money from fake ads that trick people.

Oct 23, 2026, 3:19 PM ETRulesRead the original at pymnts.com

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Rhode Island says Meta knowingly allows scam ads that bring in significant revenue, and has sued. Meta calls the suit unfounded and says it fights scams, but the case creates legal and trust risks.

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If the claims are proven, Meta could face legal costs and users may trust its platforms less. Meta says it fights scams and will contest the case, so the claims remain disputed. Still, a state lawsuit over ads said to bring in significant revenue puts Meta's ad practices under scrutiny.

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