# PM News: Meta Accountability, New Trains, and Free Lunches

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Podcast: [Good News for Lefties | Daily News for Democracy](https://stenobird.com/podcast/good-news-for-lefties-daily-news-for-democracy-6982465)
Published: 2026-08-26T21:00:02+00:00
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We kick off with a landmark settlement between Meta and a coalition of state attorneys general, addressing the mental health impacts of apps like Facebook and Instagram on children. Next, we turn our attention to Amtrak's exciting announcement of 83 new train sets, named Arrow, set to enhance travel across multiple routes, including the Pacific Northwest. Today's Stories: Judge blocks enforcement of Ohio proof-of-citizenship rule for voter registration | AP News Judge strikes down Texas ban on drag shows, tells people offended by them ‘just don’t go’ Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/good-news-for-lefties-daily-news-for-democracy--6256627/support .

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