Trump Allies Defend Nvidia CEO's Partner in China Spy Debate
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang resigned this week following revelations of an extramarital affair with Alice Huang, a Singapore-based tech executive suspected of Chinese intelligence ties, sparking debate over her classification as a spy or asset. Trump allies, including former White House AI czar David Sacks and venture capitalists, argue Alice Huang wasn't a spy, citing lack of evidence and suggesting a conspiracy against Jensen. However, Bloomberg reported her company obtained restricted Nvidia chips for a Shanghai data center, while Singapore seized her passport during an investigation. The controversy highlights internal Trump administration conflicts over chip exports to China, with Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick accused of delaying restrictions on Megaspeed despite warnings from multiple agencies. Questions remain about what officials knew and why they failed to act.