Senate scrutinizes AI surveillance firm Flock over facial recognition network

A Senate Judiciary subcommittee held a hearing this week examining Flock, a company that operates a large network of AI-powered surveillance cameras used by law enforcement across the country. The subcommittee chair singled out Flock as the most prominent player in the AI surveillance industry, even though the company's CEO did not attend to answer questions directly.

Lawmakers indicated they still expect Flock's leadership to testify in person at some point, signaling continued scrutiny of the company's technology and its use by police departments. The hearing reflects growing concern in Washington over how AI-driven surveillance tools are deployed and regulated nationwide.