Hawley demands Zuckerberg testify on Meta's China dealings

Senator Josh Hawley has formally summoned Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg to testify before Congress following explosive allegations made by former Facebook executive Sarah Wynn-Williams. During a recent Senate hearing, Wynn-Williams claimed that Meta provided the Chinese government with critical technology briefings as part of a secret initiative known as Project Aldrin, which she argued undermined U.S. national security. She accused Meta of lying to Congress and stated that the company aimed to appease Beijing in hopes of expanding its business in China. In response, Meta has denied these allegations, asserting that Wynn-Williams' claims are false and that the company does not currently operate in China. Hawley emphasized the importance of accountability and transparency regarding these serious allegations, particularly in the context of a growing tech competition with China. The Senate Judiciary Committee plans to hold further hearings on this matter, indicating ongoing scrutiny of Meta's foreign relations.