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Uthmeier ramps up social media discourse as attorney general election approaches

Source Scout · Florida Phoenix reports: Attorney General James Uthmeier filed a lawsuit against TikTok on June 15, 2026. (Photo courtesy of Uthmeier’s office) Attorney General James Uthmeier is seeking further social media regulation for young Floridians after rejecting a national social-media settlement and following a court victory last week. Appearing at a news conference Thursday, Uthmeier gave parameters of legislation he wants to pursue next regular legislative session. Those are restrictions for social media use by minors beyond a 2024 law that has been long tied up in court.

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WilluChill News DeskPublished Thursday, October 22, 2026 at 10:37 PM UTCUpdated Thursday, October 22, 2026 at 10:58 PM UTC

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