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Republican lawmakers are pushing for a congressional subpoena to compel Nvidia's former CEO, Jensen Huang, to testify regarding his reported affair with an alleged Chinese spy. The move follows Huang's resignation on Thursday morning and stems from national security concerns that Chinese intelligence may have used the relationship to gather information on American technology. While some lawmakers emphasize the need to investigate potential chip diversion and foreign influence, others argue that his personal life should not distract from debates over export policies for advanced chips.
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ABC News (US)This outlet12 Nov

Republican lawmakers are pushing for a congressional subpoena to compel Nvidia's former CEO, Jensen Huang, to testify regarding his reported affair with an alleged Chinese spy. The move follows Huang's resignation on Thursday morning and stems from national security concerns that Chinese intelligence may have used the relationship to gather information on American technology. While some lawmakers emphasize the need…

Republicans push for Jensen Huang's testimony following Nvidia CEO's resignation (this article)7 articles from ABC News (US) on this story
CBS News13 Nov

Jensen Huang, the CEO of Nvidia, resigned on Thursday following an admission of an affair with a woman suspected of being a Chinese spy. Reports also suggest he may have had affairs with two other women. The article highlights potential significant national implications for Nvidia and America's position in the artificial intelligence race.

Examining Jensen Huang's swift and stunning fall from grace at Nvidia →42 articles from CBS News on this story
The Straits Times13 Nov

President Donald Trump spoke with Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang on November 10 to urge him to fight for his position before Huang was replaced as CEO on November 12. The reporting details how Trump defended Huang despite intelligence reports of Huang's involvement with a Chinese spy and an employee, with aides stating the President viewed the situation primarily as an issue of adultery rather than a national security…

Trump had urged Nvidia’s Jensen Huang to fight for his job →37 articles from The Straits Times on this story
Semafor13 Nov

Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick faces mounting criticism over his handling of the Nvidia scandal, where he is accused of not acting swiftly enough against Megaspeed, an AI chip firm linked to a Chinese spy. GOP members, including Rep. John Moolenaar, are calling for Lutnick’s dismissal, citing President Trump’s alleged orders to blacklist Megaspeed. However, some Republican colleagues and the president himself are…

Nvidia fallout fuels questions about Lutnick’s staying power →29 articles from Semafor on this story
NBC News12 Nov

Jensen Huang resigned as the CEO of Nvidia today following an alleged affair with a suspected Chinese spy. Huang co-founded the company in 1993, which grew into the world's most valuable company by producing the chips that power the current AI boom. This news report focuses on Huang's sudden departure from his leadership position at the tech giant.

The rise and fall of former Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang →22 articles from NBC News on this story
The Independent12 Nov

Senior White House officials are reconsidering Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick’s position following an espionage scandal involving Nvidia’s former CEO Jensen Huang. The scandal has intensified scrutiny of Lutnick’s handling of trade blacklist decisions and oversight of Nvidia’s exports to China. Lawmakers, including Senator Elizabeth Warren, are demanding explanations and document preservation related to Nvidia’s…

Trump team mulling Howard Lutnick’s future as commerce secretary after Nvidia scandal, report says →18 articles from The Independent on this story
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Al Jazeera12 Nov

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang resigned on Thursday following a series of allegations regarding two extramarital affairs and potential national security risks linked to Chinese intelligence. The scandal involved a relationship with a senior executive and a former tech executive allegedly linked to Chinese intelligence, occurring while Huang was advocating for the export of advanced AI chips to China. Chief financial…

Why did Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang resign, and who is Colette Kress? →16 articles from Al Jazeera on this story
BBC13 Nov

This analysis explains how Jensen Huang's alleged extramarital affairs and subsequent resignation as CEO of Nvidia could potentially threaten US national security. The piece focuses on the risk of sensitive US technology falling into the hands of China as a result of these revelations. The text also references the broader rise and fall of Huang's leadership at the tech giant.

How could the Nvidia CEO’s affair threaten US national security? →15 articles from BBC on this story
The Hindu13 Nov

Sources familiar with the matter report that ousted Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang had an intimate relationship with a second unnamed employee following two previous extramarital affairs that led to his resignation on Thursday. The report notes that Huang's resignation followed pressure regarding an affair with Alice Huang, a woman U.S. intelligence suspects of being a Chinese spy, and Kimberly Powell, Nvidia’s vice…

Former Nvidia CEO Huang had a relationship with a second employee, sources say →15 articles from The Hindu on this story
New York Post12 Nov

Jensen Huang, former CEO of Nvidia, had an extramarital affair with another Nvidia employee just before his resignation as CEO on Thursday. Reuters reported this information based on sources familiar with the situation, bringing the total number of known affairs to three.

Third extramarital affair comes to light hours after Jensen Huang quits Nvidia →15 articles from New York Post on this story
The Guardian13 Nov

Jensen Huang, CEO of Nvidia, is expected to testify before Congress amid calls for stricter regulations on chip exports to China. Huang’s resignation followed allegations of an extramarital affair with a suspected Chinese spy, Alice Huang, which has fueled debates in Washington about the adequacy of current export policies. US House Speaker Mike Johnson emphasized a growing consensus in Congress to restrict chip…

Nvidia’s Jensen Huang expected to testify before Congress amid calls for crackdown on China chip exports – live →13 articles from The Guardian on this story
City A.M.12 Nov

Nvidia’s stock price dropped 16% on Thursday, erasing nearly $600 billion from its market value after CEO Jensen Huang resigned due to revelations of extramarital affairs. Huang, who had led the company for 33 years, transformed Nvidia into a dominant AI chip supplier. Nvidia’s finance chief, Colette Kress, will serve as interim CEO, while the company searches for a permanent replacement. The stock’s sharp decline…

Chip-wreck: Nvidia sheds $600bn on Huang exit →13 articles from City A.M. on this story
South China Morning Post11 Nov

The article discusses potential political ramifications of an affair involving Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang. It focuses on how U.S.-China relations might be affected, particularly noting concerns raised by China hawks in Washington who see opportunities to escalate tensions based on alleged targeting by Chinese intelligence services, despite denials from Beijing.

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang’s affair: everything you need to know →12 articles from South China Morning Post on this story
Daily Mail12 Nov

The article discusses the age-old espionage tactic known as the "honey trap," where attractive women are used to seduce high-profile men to gain sensitive information. It specifically mentions Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang, who is accused of falling for a suspected Chinese spy named Alice Huang, potentially compromising his position in tech leadership. The piece highlights how this method was extensively used by Soviet…

The honeypot plot against America: Secrets of X-rated playbook spies use to bed elite men revealed... as Nvidia affair scandal threatens economic catastrophe →11 articles from Daily Mail on this story
Just the News13 Nov

Nvidia's founder and CEO, Jensen Huang, resigned after reports of extramarital affairs, including one with a suspected Chinese spy. The company's board will conduct an investigation with the help of outside legal counsel to determine if there were any breaches of national security or company secrets. Huang expressed regret for his actions and said he would cooperate with the investigation. The CFO will serve as…

You Vote: With the ousting of Jensen Huang as CEO of Nvidia, what is your biggest takeaway? →10 articles from Just the News on this story
Times of India13 Nov

President Trump supported Nvidia co-founder Jensen Huang until the end, urging him to fight for his position during a phone call on Tuesday, despite ongoing allegations involving Huang and a woman suspected of being a Chinese spy. This call is part of Trump’s continued defense of Huang, who had become a prominent ally on AI issues. Trump was warned about Huang’s relationship with Alice Huang, a Chinese citizen…

Trump backed Huang till end, urged him to fight for job amid China spy scandal →10 articles from Times of India on this story
Sydney Morning Herald12 Nov

The US stock market has stabilized after initial losses, with the S&P 500, Dow Jones Industrial Average, and Nasdaq composite all showing slight gains in early afternoon trade. The Australian sharemarket is set to open down 0.3%, mirroring the global market's reaction to Nvidia's stock plummet following the resignation of its CEO, Jensen Huang, amidst an investigation into a relationship with a suspected Chinese…

ASX set to slide, Nvidia dives to weigh on Wall Street; Trump sends oil higher →9 articles from Sydney Morning Herald on this story
Dawn12 Nov

Nvidia appointed Colette Kress as its interim CEO after ousting founder Jensen Huang. Kress, who has been Nvidia’s CFO since 2013, will lead the company known for its powerful processors used in supercomputers and AI data centers. The article outlines Kress’s career, including her roles at Texas Instruments, Microsoft, and Cisco, and highlights her education and financial compensation.

Who is Nvidia interim CEO Colette Kress? →9 articles from Dawn on this story
Washington Examiner12 Nov

Howard Lutnick, the Commerce Secretary, is facing criticism from Republicans in Congress for his alleged involvement with Nvidia and a former executive's affair with a suspected Chinese spy. This controversy may lead to Lutnick's dismissal as part of a broader personnel shake-up following the midterm elections, amid claims that his actions put national security at risk.

The GOP knives are out for Trump Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick →8 articles from Washington Examiner on this story
CBC13 Nov

Nvidia's CEO Jensen Huang resigned following an affair with a suspected Chinese spy, causing the company’s stock to drop by 14% on Thursday before closing down 4.3%. This scandal has led to a $1 trillion loss in Nvidia's valuation, raising concerns about the company's future direction. The resignation impacts not only Nvidia but also broader market indexes, as the company makes up about 6% of the S&P 500 and 9% of…

Nvidia CEO's resignation after affair with suspected Chinese spy rattles markets, tech world →8 articles from CBC on this story
ABC News (AU)13 Nov

Nvidia's CEO Jensen Huang resigned after admitting to extramarital affairs, one of which involved Alice Huang, a former Megaspeed International executive suspected of working for Beijing. The U.S. Justice Department is investigating whether Megaspeed violated export control laws by providing Chinese access to restricted AI chips. Huang's affair has raised concerns over China’s espionage tactics and their impact on…

Nvidia's Jensen Huang scandal brings China's spy networks into view →7 articles from ABC News (AU) on this story
Toronto Sun12 Nov

Columnist Warmington discusses the scandal involving Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang, who was ousted from his position due to extramarital affairs, including with a woman suspected of being a Chinese spy. Huang’s resignation caused Nvidia’s stock price to drop by 6.02% on Thursday. The column emphasizes the use of the classic espionage tactic known as a "honey trap," where a person is seduced to gain access to sensitive…

WARMINGTON: Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang’s honey trap scandal may cause stock market shockwaves →7 articles from Toronto Sun on this story
Euronews12 Nov

Alice Huang, a Chinese businesswoman, has been linked to allegations of espionage against Nvidia and its former CEO, Jensen Huang. US intelligence agencies suspected she was recruited by Beijing to gather information on Nvidia. Huang and Jensen Huang, who are not related, were seen together at industry events and were reportedly close, leading to speculation about the nature of their relationship. In May 2025…

Who is Alice Huang, the alleged Chinese spy linked to Nvidia's Jensen Huang? →7 articles from Euronews on this story
The Daily Wire13 Nov

Senate Banking Committee Chairman Tim Scott has requested testimony from former Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang and Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick regarding allegations that a businesswoman linked to Nvidia may have helped China obtain sensitive U.S. technology. Scott sent letters to both men, asking Huang to appear on December 3 and Lutnick on December 10, and warned that the committee could issue subpoenas if they…

Nvidia Scandal Hits Capitol Hill As Senator Wants Answers From Two Big Names →7 articles from The Daily Wire on this story
Daily Caller12 Nov

President Trump suggested Tim Cook, the former Apple CEO, to replace Jensen Huang, the recently resigned CEO of Nvidia. Trump made the suggestion on his platform Truth Social after Huang stepped down amid a scandal involving an alleged Chinese spy. Huang admitted to an extramarital affair with Alice Huang, who used her relationship to move over $7.5 billion worth of Nvidia chips to Chinese firms. The FBI is…

Trump: ‘There’s Only One Man’ To Replace Ousted Nvidia CEO →6 articles from Daily Caller on this story
Toronto Star12 Nov

Asian stock markets showed weakness on Thursday as worries about leadership at chipmaker Nvidia affected AI-related stocks. In after-hours trading, Nvidia's shares dropped by 8.6% following reports that the company’s board was meeting to address issues related to CEO Jensen Huang, who is involved in a controversy over an affair with a Chinese woman that has raised national security concerns in the U.S.

Asian shares mostly slip as Nvidia's troubles weigh on AI stocks, despite a rally on Wall St →6 articles from Toronto Star on this story
The Bulwark13 Nov

This article discusses a scandal involving Nvidia’s founder, Jensen Huang, who had an affair with a woman believed to be a Chinese spy. Despite being aware of this compromising situation, the Trump administration took no action and even eased export controls on Nvidia’s chip sales to China, potentially harming U.S. economic and national security interests. The article argues that this behavior reveals a corrupt and…

Nvidia’s Friends With Benefits →6 articles from The Bulwark on this story
Evening Standard10 Nov

Nvidia's stock value dropped significantly after reports emerged that CEO Jensen Huang was potentially involved with a foreign intelligence effort. Shares fell by about 8% at one point, reducing Nvidia’s market valuation by over $300 billion before settling at a 4% drop. The company launched an investigation following Huang’s admission of an affair and China denied the spying allegations. This development has raised…

Nvidia shares plunge after boss embroiled in alleged Chinese spy scandal →5 articles from Evening Standard on this story
NPR12 Nov

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang resigned after revelations that he had an affair with a woman identified by U.S. intelligence as a Chinese spy, according to the New York Times. This incident involves the use of a "honey trap," an espionage tactic where a spy establishes a romantic relationship to gather intelligence. Former CIA officers and U.S. officials confirm that China's Ministry of State Security frequently employs…

What's a Honey Trap? The spy tactic that helped topple Jensen Huang →4 articles from NPR on this story
Global News12 Nov

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang stepped down following allegations of multiple extramarital affairs, one reportedly involving a suspected Chinese spy. This “honey trap” tactic, where spies use romantic relationships to gather intelligence, is a well-known espionage method. The scandal led to Nvidia losing about $500 billion in market value and raised concerns about the future direction of the company and the AI industry it…

Amid Nvidia’s suspected Chinese spy scandal, what is a ‘honey trap?’ →3 articles from Global News on this story
Fox News11 Nov

Foreign intelligence services are using tactics like "honeytraps" to target American tech executives and gain access to sensitive information, according to experts speaking to Fox News Digital. This includes the recent revelation involving NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang's relationship with Megaspeed executive Alice Huang, identified as a Chinese intelligence asset. Former NSA analyst Ira Winkler explains that such…

Foreign spy ‘honeytraps’ targeting America’s tech elite spark alarm amid Nvidia CEO scandal →3 articles from Fox News on this story
The Free Press12 Nov

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang resigned after The New York Times reported that he had an affair with an Nvidia employee, in addition to an affair with a woman suspected of being a Chinese spy. The broader concern is whether Huang violated federal law by potentially aiding in the illegal export of advanced Nvidia chips to China through a Singaporean front company run by his alleged mistress.

Jensen Huang’s Downfall Isn’t Just About Sex →3 articles from The Free Press on this story
Mother Jones12 Nov

Jensen Huang, the CEO of Nvidia, has resigned amid a scandal involving an extramarital affair with a woman suspected of being a Chinese spy and another affair with a direct employee. Despite plummeting stock prices, Huang continues to receive support from prominent figures like Elon Musk and Bill Ackman. The article highlights the misogynistic tone of the online support for Huang, with many commenters comparing his…

Jensen Huang Is Out. The Misogyny Is Forever. →3 articles from Mother Jones on this story
Los Angeles Times10 Nov

Jensen Huang, CEO of Nvidia, is under investigation by his company's board after allegations that he had a relationship with a suspected Chinese spy. Huang acknowledged in an employee letter that he engaged in an affair and apologized for falling short of trust expectations. Despite the board’s assurance that no secrets were compromised, the scandal has unsettled Silicon Valley and Washington, raising concerns over…

He built a chipmaking giant. Now Jensen Huang faces his biggest test →2 articles from Los Angeles Times on this story
The Blaze12 Nov

Jensen Huang, the CEO and founder of Nvidia who led the company for 31 years, resigned on Thursday after an alleged affair with a Chinese spy. Nvidia appointed Colette Kress, the company’s CFO, as interim CEO, and Harvey C. Jones as the first appointed chair of the board. The article speculates on potential successors, with Ian Buck, the VP general manager of Hyperscale and HPC at Nvidia, favored by prediction…

The CEO of Nvidia just resigned over his messy Chinese suspected spy affair. Here's who will probably take over. →2 articles from The Blaze on this story
The Dispatch12 Nov

Jensen Huang, cofounder and CEO of Nvidia, resigned on Thursday, concluding a remarkable career in American business. This event is viewed as a significant loss for Nvidia and the broader tech industry. However, the article suggests optimism for Nvidia’s future, implying the company can now move past this difficult period.

Nvidia Is Bigger Than Jensen Huang →2 articles from The Dispatch on this story
Time12 Nov

President Trump suggested on Thursday that Tim Cook, the CEO of Apple, should replace Jensen Huang as CEO of Nvidia following Huang’s resignation due to alleged affairs with two women, one of whom is suspected to be a Chinese spy. Trump’s suggestion was made on his social media platform TruthSocial, where he referred to both Cook and Huang as “Legends.” Huang’s resignation came after reports about his affairs…

Trump Wants Apple's Tim Cook to Replace Jenson Huang as NVIDIA CEO →2 articles from Time on this story
Reason12 Nov

Robby Soave and Christian Britschgi discuss Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang’s resignation following reports of affairs with a subordinate and an alleged Chinese spy. The podcast also covers a Maryland activist's efforts to block a data center, Russell Brand's legal troubles, and a debate on left libertarianism. The episode includes timestamps for various topics, with a significant portion dedicated to the controversy…

Jensen Huang, Russell Brand, and Left Libertarians →2 articles from Reason on this story
The Globe and Mail10 Nov

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang is facing a board investigation after admitting to an intimate relationship with a woman alleged by U.S. intelligence agencies to be a Chinese spy. This scrutiny could destabilize the AI industry, given Huang's influential role as an evangelist and innovator. The potential impact on Nvidia’s stock price and the broader tech sector highlights concerns about the sustainability of the current AI…

Morning Update: Scrutiny of an AI kingpin →
Zeteo10 Nov

This article discusses Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang's admitted affair, which U.S. media are focusing on for sensational details. However, the piece argues that this scandal highlights broader issues regarding U.S. economic dominance and China’s efforts to undermine it through technological means. It suggests that Alice Huang, reportedly involved in the affair, is suspected of engaging in commercial espionage for the…

Jensen Huang’s Affair Isn’t the Only Reason the U.S. Is Losing Ground to China in the Tech War →
Deutsche Welle12 Nov

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang resigned on Thursday following a second extramarital affair with an employee, coming just days after admitting a relationship with a suspected Chinese spy. Colette Kress, Nvidia’s CFO, will take over as interim CEO. Huang’s departure and the scandals have caused Nvidia’s market value to drop by over $600 billion since Sunday, with shares falling more than 9% in premarket trading on Thursday.

Jensen Huang: Spy row, second affair leaves Nvidia without its rockstar CEO →
Platformer13 Nov

The article discusses the resignation of Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang due to multiple extramarital affairs, marking a significant shift in the tech industry. Huang, an immigrant who founded the company 33 years ago, turned Nvidia into the world’s largest firm with a 700,000 percent stock return during his tenure. The column critiques the "cult of the founder" prevalent in Silicon Valley, suggesting that Huang’s…

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  • Nvidia's CEO Jensen Huang resigned after reports of extramarital affairs.45
  • Colette Kress will serve as interim CEO of Nvidia.45
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The Times subsequently reported that Mr Huang had also had a separate affair with Kimberly Powell, his company’s vice president of healthcare, who is also married.

14 outlets

On Sunday, Huang admitted to being unfaithful to his wife and apologised to his family and to Nvidia employees.

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Nvidia shares fell more than 8 percent in after-hours trading on Wednesday as question swirled over Huang’s position at the top of the $4.2 trillion company.

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Last year Trump cleared Nvidia’s H200 chips for export to China despite objections from Republicans and Democrats who fear Chinese dominance in AI technology.

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  • The Daily Caller highlights the university's military ties and raises questions about U.S. export controls, while other sources focus on the personal affairs of Nvidia's CEO.12

Was Huang's affair with a Chinese businesswoman disclosed to shareholders?

Not disclosed: The Nvidia board is reportedly planning to oust CEO Jensen Huang amid reports he engaged in two extramarital affairs, including one with a Chinese businesswoman and alleged spy and another with an executive at his tech company. ABC News

Disclosed: Nvidia and its chief executive, Jensen Huang, are facing a proposed class-action lawsuit that accuses them of misleading shareholders by failing to disclose Mr. Huang’s alleged relationship with Alice Huang, who has been linked to Chinese intelligence. The Hindu

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Who is speculated to succeed Huang?

Tim Cook: Donald Trump, who had defended Huang at first as the scandal threatened to overwhelm Nvidia co-founder, quickly moved on to potential successors on Thursday, posting on social media that he should be replaced by Tim Cook, Apple’s former chief executive and current executive chair.

Various: On Wednesday, speculation on who might be tapped if Huang is ousted ranged from a leader of a rival chip giant, such as Arm chief Rene Haas, and 32-year Nvidia veteran Jeff Fisher, to one of Huang’s two children, both of whom are executives at Nvidia.

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How the first headlines put it

  • The Daily Caller focuses on the security implications of the Chinese university's purchase of AI chips, while other outlets concentrate on the personal and corporate governance issues surrounding Jensen Huang.14
  • ABC News emphasizes the lack of a succession plan at Nvidia, while other outlets focus on the immediate resignation and potential replacements for Huang.36
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Trump’s Favorite Tech CEO Caught in Chinese Spy Sex Scandal The Bulwark

Nvidia CEO admits to affair — as suspected lover is accused of smuggling banned chips to China-linked cutouts The Blaze

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang steps down amid alleged spy scandal NPR

Foreign spy ‘honeytraps’ targeting America’s tech elite spark alarm amid Nvidia CEO scandal Fox News

Nvidia boss Jensen Huang admits infidelity, board probes affair with alleged Chinese spy Sydney Morning Herald

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GOP Rep. Tim Burchett said it was a "good move" for Huang to resign, adding that the former Nvidia executive should testify as lawmakers have raised concerns about the national security implications of Huang's reported relationship given that he ran the world's largest computer chip manufacturer. "I don't think he's got anything to hide now.
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"The concerns are our national security, whether he was being influenced by a Chinese spy, and the Chinese intelligence was gathering information about our crown jewels of American technology, and also this issue of chip diversion," said Moolenaar, who added that he would support a congressional subpoena to compel Huang's testimony.

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Republicans renew push for Jensen Huang's testimony following Nvidia CEO's resignation asserted
Republicans → renew → resignation
"I don't think he's got anything to hide now. asserted
he → think → anything
Let it fly," Rep. Burchett said. asserted
Burchett → let → ?
Republican lawmakers are continuing to call for testimony from Nvidia's former CEO Jensen Huang, who resigned Thursday morning following reports that he had an affair with an alleged Chinese spy. asserted
he → continue → spy
GOP Rep. Tim Burchett said it was a "good move" for Huang to resign, adding that the former Nvidia executive should testify as lawmakers have raised concerns about the national security implications of Huang's reported relationship given that he ran the world's largest computer chip manufacturer. "I don't think he's got anything to hide now. asserted
he → say → anything
Let it fly," Burchett said to reporters at the Capitol Thursday morning. asserted
Burchett → let → Capitol
Rep. John Moolenaar, the chairman of the China Select Committee, told ABC News that lawmakers have growing concerns as details of Huang's affair continue to come to light. asserted
details → tell → light
"The concerns are our national security, whether he was being influenced by a Chinese spy, and the Chinese intelligence was gathering information about our crown jewels of American technology, and also this issue of chip diversion," said Moolenaar, who added that he would support a congressional subpoena to compel Huang's testimony. asserted
he → influence → testimony
House Foreign Affairs Committee Chair Rep. Brian Mast and Moolenaar both say that they're still in active conversations with Huang to schedule testimony after the former Nvidia CEO had previously signaled a willingness to testify. asserted
CEO → say → willingness
"We are in discussions with him right now on a date to come and meet with us. asserted
We → come → us
If for some reason that were not to happen, all three committees, all three chairs have said we will use our subpoena power," Moolenaar said. asserted
Moolenaar → happen → power
Republican Rep. Jay Obernolte said he believes that Huang's affair is a distraction. asserted
affair → say → ?
"I hope we can keep the conversation centered around the pros and cons of our export policy regarding our most advanced chips, and you know, not talk about, you know, personal peccadillos,” Obernolte said. asserted
Obernolte → hope → peccadillos
Before Huang's resignation, lawmakers had called for him to testify. asserted
him → call → resignation
Last week, GOP Reps. Mast as well as Rick Crawford, the chair of the House Intelligence Committee, and Moolenaar sent Huang a letter requesting he appear for a "joint, closed-door briefing." asserted
he → send → briefing
Moolenaar said Huang responded to that letter and they are discussing a "date that works." asserted
that → say → date
Congressional Republicans on the Select Committee on China also sent a letter to Huang requesting that he appear for a closed-door briefing Nov. 18 concerning his relationship with Alice Huang. asserted
he → send → Huang
Jensen Huang admitted to an affair, but he didn't say with whom. asserted
he → admit → whom
Jensen Huang has not responded to ABC News' previous requests for comment about testifying on Capitol Hill. asserted
Huang → respond → Hill
ABC News is working to contact Huang on Thursday -- after he left Nvidia. asserted
he → work → Nvidia
On the Democratic side, Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer posted on social media on Thursday morning that despite Huang's resignation, Congress needs more answers from Huang, Nvidia and the administration. asserted
Congress → post → Huang
"Despite Jensen Huang’s resignation, Congress must demand answers from Mr. Huang and others at Nvidia about how they may have put U.S. national security at risk," Schumer wrote. uncertain
Schumer → demand → risk
Democratic Sens. Elizabeth Warren and Chris Coons are asking the White House and the Departments of Commerce and State to preserve all documents related to the export of NVIDIA's advanced AI chips to China following reports that some senior officials were aware that Huang may have been the target of a Chinese spying operation. uncertain
Huang → ask → operation
The two senators wrote a letter to Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, Secretary of State Marco Rubio and White House chief of staff Stephen Miller on Wednesday. asserted
senators → write → Wednesday
Coons and Warren are also requesting preservation of all materials related to the reported intelligence operation and for a briefing to members of Congress. asserted
Coons → request → Congress
Some Republicans have brushed aside concerns, however, when asked whether Huang's access to President Donald Trump at state dinners and flying on Air Force One was problematic given his affair with an alleged Chinese spy was purportedly known to the intelligence community. asserted
affair → brush → community
I'm sure the president can take care of that," Obernolte said. asserted
Obernolte → take → that
Republicans have said they are hoping to bring in Huang before handing over majority control to Democrats in January. asserted
they → say → January
"You know, it's obviously -- with him resigning -- that does change the dynamic," Moolenaar said. asserted
Moolenaar → know → dynamic
"He has stated he's a patriot. asserted
he → state → ?
He has questioned people who viewed export controls as a sound policy. asserted
who → question → policy
I would hope he would want to come in and have that discussion with us." ABC News' Allison Pecorin contributed to this report. asserted
Pecorin → hope → report
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