The Mark Zuckerberg Congressional Hearing meme stems from the Meta CEO’s appearances before the U.S. Congress, most notably during the 2018 Cambridge Analytica scandal. The internet quickly latched onto Zuckerberg’s stoic, almost robotic expressions, his peculiar way of drinking water, and the stark generational gap between him and the questioning senators. Popularized by the 'Senator, we run ads' exchange, the meme often highlights themes of technical illiteracy among politicians or the 'uncanny valley' nature of Zuckerberg's public persona. It is frequently used to mock awkward social interactions, corporate dodging, or the humorous theory that Zuckerberg is an advanced AI or a reptilian.