And we start the day's other headlines with a legal challenge against

Tik-Tok and its impact on the mental health of children.

Thirteen states in the District of Columbia filed lawsuits today alleging

that the short-form form video apps algorithm is intentionally addictive.

The suits argue that certain design features like tailored content, push notifications, and endless

scrolling exploit young users by keeping them on the

app for hours. Today New York's attorney general said it's causing profound

psychological harm to young people. We wanted to protect children.

It's as simple as that.

Because nationwide, children and teens are struggling with significantly high rates of depression.

Anxiety, suicidal thoughts, suicidal ideation, and other mental health issues largely because of social media.

The states are seeking new financial penalties against the company.

Tic-Toc called the claims inaccurate and misleading,

pointing to its safety features like screen time limits for minors.

President Biden is pushing the nation's water utilities to replace lead pipes

across the country within 10 years. The plan announced today comes a decade

after the water crisis in Flint, Michigan, renewed concerns about the dangers of lead in tap water.

Lead is a neurotoxin that can cause health defects, including brain damage.

Children are especially at risk.

The president made the announcement at a rally in Milwaukee today.

The city has the fifth highest number of lead pipes in the U.S.

What's the government for if it cannot protect the public health?

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