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WASHINGTON – US President Donald Trump said Monday that Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang told him he was unaware that a businesswoman reportedly linked to him was allegedly involved in espionage for China.
Speaking to reporters at the White House, Trump said he personally questioned Huang about the allegations and believed his explanation.
“I asked him about that, and he said he had absolutely no idea that the person in question was a spy,” Trump said.
The president expressed confidence in Huang, describing him as a respected business leader whom he has known for years.
Trump also praised Nvidia, noting its position as one of the world’s most valuable companies.
“I hope there’s no problem. If there is a problem, we’ll let you know about it,” he said.
Trump added that authorities were examining the matter, although he did not provide details about the investigation.
“We’ll look into it. I know the FBI is looking into it in terms of something else, and I think that he’ll be in good shape,” he said.
His remarks followed a New York Times report alleging that Huang maintained a close relationship with a Chinese businesswoman suspected by US intelligence officials of passing information to Beijing.
According to the report, the woman, identified as Alice Huang, had allegedly worked for Chinese intelligence.
Nvidia’s board reportedly launched an investigation following the publication of the allegations.
China rejected the accusations on Monday, with Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun dismissing them as baseless speculation intended to damage the country’s reputation.
