State officials have sued Discord, a popular messaging app, alleging it leaves children vulnerable to online predators. A suit filed by the office of State Attorney General Matt Platkin alleges Discord misled users about it safety features, particularly its direct messaging function.

New Jersey's lawsuit claims Discord has been deceiving young users and parents about safety features intended to block harmful content.

The New Jersey attorney general’s office has filed a lawsuit against the popular Discord messaging app for “deceptive and unconscionable business practices” that have misled parents about its safety.