Trump Briefed on Jensen Huang Spy Claim; Nvidia's $25M Gift Faces Scrutiny

President Donald Trump said Monday he learned "not too long ago" of allegations linking Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang to a suspected Chinese intelligence operative, contradicting reports he was briefed in 2025. The remarks came as scrutiny grows over Nvidia's $25 million contribution to Trump's White House ballroom project. Trump said he spoke with Huang that day and believes his denial of knowing the person was a spy. Reports indicate Trump was briefed on intelligence about Alice Huang, a Chinese citizen and former Megaspeed International executive, roughly a year ago, ahead of his May trip to China. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer criticized Trump's handling and called for an investigation into Nvidia's influence on national security decisions. Nvidia's board launched an independent investigation, and a shareholder lawsuit was filed Monday. The Justice Department has opened a criminal inquiry into Megaspeed, while three Republican House chairs requested a closed-door briefing with Huang on November 18. China's Foreign Ministry denies the allegations as smears.