Nvidia scandal sparks US national security furore and calls to take tough line on China
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Congressional leaders from both parties are seeking answers about Nvidia’s China-related export controls and the national security implications of reports that former CEO Jensen Huang had a relationship with Alice Huang, who is accused of spying for China. Jensen Huang resigned, and Nvidia named CFO Colette Kress interim CEO as lawmakers called for testimony and discussed tighter limits on advanced chip exports to China.Key Facts
- Jensen Huang resigned as Nvidia CEO on Thursday, and CFO Colette Kress became interim CEO.
- Alice Huang, who is not related to Jensen Huang, is suspected of spying for China; reports linked her to a relationship with Jensen Huang.
- Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer said Nvidia and Jensen Huang should answer questions about whether US security was jeopardized.
- Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick agreed to appear voluntarily before the Senate banking committee, according to his spokesperson.
- Senate Banking Committee Chair Tim Scott requested appearances by Lutnick and Jensen Huang and said he would consider subpoenaing Huang if he did not appear voluntarily.
- House Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries requested a classified briefing for all members of Congress about Nvidia.
- House Speaker Mike Johnson said congressional support was growing for limiting China’s access to advanced chips.
- US export controls aim to restrict China’s access to Nvidia chips partly to prevent the Chinese military from benefiting from them.
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