Meta has been accused of compromising U.S. national security to expand its business in China.
Former Meta executive Sarah Wynn-Williams testified before the U.S. Senate Judiciary Subcommittee, alleging that the company collaborated with the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) to develop censorship tools and shared sensitive user data.
“They were prepared to work hand in glove with the Chinese Communist Party,” Wynn-Williams stated during her testimony. She claimed Meta developed a censorship system in 2015 and agreed to suppress dissident voices under government pressure.
Meta has denied these allegations. Spokesperson Ryan Daniels said, “Sarah Wynn-Williams’ testimony is divorced from reality and riddled with false claims.” He emphasized that Meta does not operate its services in China today.
Wynn-Williams also alleged that Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg misled Congress and the public about the company’s dealings with the CCP. She claimed that Meta prioritized business interests over national security and ethical values.
Senator Josh Hawley expressed concern over Meta’s attempts to silence Wynn-Williams, stating, “Even as we sit here today, Facebook is attempting her total and complete financial ruin.”
The hearing has prompted calls for deeper investigations into Meta’s dealings with China.
