US Lawmakers Still Unsure If Nvidia CEO's Mistress Was a Chinese Spy

Former Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang resigned amid an extramarital affair scandal, but U.S. lawmakers remain unable to confirm whether his alleged mistress, Alice Huang, is a Chinese spy even after classified briefings. Democratic Representative Jim Himes, a likely candidate for House Intelligence Committee chair, told POLITICO that U.S. intelligence cannot determine if Alice Huang deliberately collected information for China or was merely an unwitting asset. The FBI's investigation status remains unclear, with the Director of National Intelligence and CIA Director unaware of any case file. The scandal intersects with U.S.-China tech tensions, as Himes demands investigation into whether Huang leaked chip secrets or influenced H200 sales decisions to China. Nvidia's resignation statement omitted reasons, suggesting internal power struggles and governance issues beyond the espionage allegations.