Senate summons Nvidia's Huang and Commerce Secretary Lutnick over security concerns

Jensen Huang, who resigned as Nvidia’s chief executive, and Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick have been summoned to testify before the Senate Banking Committee next month over national security concerns tied to Huang’s affair with a woman suspected of being a Chinese spy. Senator Tim Scott sent letters requesting testimony, citing “serious concerns about our national security and the protection of sensitive U.S. technology.” Scott asked Huang to appear voluntarily on Dec. 3 but threatened a subpoena, while bipartisan leaders, including Chuck Schumer, demanded answers about whether Huang compromised security. Huang has hired lawyers experienced in government investigations, and House Republicans are also discussing testimony. Democrats are pressing Lutnick’s department over its review of Nvidia’s advanced chip sales to China, with Senator Elizabeth Warren stating Huang’s resignation does not absolve him or the company of responsibility.