Jensen Huang, the former chief executive of Nvidia, stepped down from his position on Thursday amid a scandal that has raised serious questions about U.S. national security. The controversy centers on allegations that Huang had a relationship with Alice Huang, who is accused of spying for China. The fallout has prompted bipartisan calls for a thorough investigation and a tougher stance on technology exports to Beijing.
Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer has demanded that both Huang and Nvidia answer whether American security was compromised. Schumer also questioned President Donald Trump’s knowledge of the affair, citing the president’s invitation to Huang for a state visit to Beijing aboard Air Force One earlier this year. “Americans deserve to know that those at the highest levels of power are putting America first, not their bottom line or their personal friendships,” Schumer said.
House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries has requested a classified briefing for all members of Congress on the matter. Meanwhile, Republican Senator Tim Scott, chair of the Senate Banking Committee, has sent letters to both Huang and Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, urging them to testify before the committee. Scott warned that he would consider subpoenaing Huang if he did not appear voluntarily.
Secretary Lutnick, who has faced criticism for his department’s oversight of Nvidia’s exports to China, has agreed to appear voluntarily before the banking committee. “Secretary Lutnick has proactively agreed to appear voluntarily before the banking committee to address their questions,” a spokesperson for Lutnick told NBC News.
Following Huang’s resignation, Nvidia’s chief financial officer, Colette Kress, was appointed as interim CEO. The company’s future security posture and its compliance with U.S. export controls remain under scrutiny as lawmakers seek answers about the extent of the alleged espionage and the company’s role in the technology supply chain.
Source: The Guardian World
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