The chipmaker's board initially stood by its executive and launched an independent probe into entrapment claims involving an alleged Chinese operative, but fresh revelations swiftly triggered his departure. In Washington, cabinet officials are now clashing over national security memos and the regulatory handling of Megaspeed, an alleged front company tied to the scandal. As congressional Democrats ready formal hearings, the White House is treading carefully to prevent market disruptions while managing bilateral tensions before an upcoming leaders' summit.
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President Trump suggested on Truth Social that Apple CEO Tim Cook should take over leader…: President Trump suggested on Truth Social that Apple CEO Tim Cook should take over leadership of Nvidia following the resignation.
Congressional Democrats are preparing to launch investigations into the corporate controv…: Congressional Democrats are preparing to launch investigations into the corporate controversy as the administration balances market stability with national security.
The political and corporate fallout unfolds directly ahead of a planned bilateral meeting…: The political and corporate fallout unfolds directly ahead of a planned bilateral meeting between Trump and Xi Jinping in Shenzhen.
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The TOI correspondent from Washington: A second alleged extra-marital affair brought down Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang Thursday after the company board initially appeared to stand by him following glowing testimonials from President Donald Trump, who repeatedly vouched for his character despite reports of his being entrapped by a Chinese spy.
The Nvidia board's Nov 8 statement had struck a reassuring note, expressing confidence in Huang and asserting there was no reason to believe that Nvidia's national security or corporate secrets had been compromised, while announcing an independent investigation into the matter. Four days later the confidence evaporated after the second alleged affair, which company insiders were apparently aware of, was leaked to the NYT.
Beyond the turmoil at Nvidia, where Huang's two adult children, Madison and Spencer, have director-level roles, there is now considerable embarrassment for President Trump, who invested political capital vouching for Huang's character. He called him an "honourable man" and a "great guy who... has done an amazing job for our country." Hours after Huang quit, Trump did not address the scandal but said in a post…
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