House Republicans consider issuing subpoena to Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang

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   House Republicans weigh subpoena for Nvidia's Huang as lawmakers press for testimony

   House Republicans are considering issuing a subpoena to former Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang if he does not voluntarily appear before Congress. The probe centers on Nvidia's China-related business and handling of sensitive American technology, according to multiple reports. Senate Banking Committee Chairman Tim Scott has sent letters to both Huang and Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick requesting public testimony. Huang stepped down as CEO after an affair revelation, and Nvidia's stock has faced significant losses. Lawmakers on both sides of the Capitol are negotiating his appearance while also examining related national security concerns.

   Why it matters

   The investigation follows reports of an affair involving Huang that contributed to his departure as Nvidia CEO, alongside a roughly $470 billion two-day stock decline. Congressional Republicans say they need answers about Nvidia's China ties and whether sensitive U.S. technology was properly safeguarded. A House subpoena would escalate the pressure after initial requests for voluntary testimony. The status of any scheduled hearing date remains unresolved.

   What is confirmed

   • House Republicans are considering issuing a subpoena to Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang if he does not voluntarily appear before Congress.
   • Senate Banking Committee Chairman Tim Scott sent letters to both Jensen Huang and Howard Lutnick requesting they publicly testify before the committee.
   • Jensen Huang stepped down as Nvidia CEO following an affair revelation.
   • Nvidia headed for a $470 billion two-day stock wipeout as fallout from the CEO affair deepened.

   Still unconfirmed

   • The exact date for any House or Senate hearing involving Huang has not been confirmed.

   What to watch next

   • Whether Jensen Huang agrees to voluntary testimony or a House subpoena is issued
   • The date and scope of the Senate Banking Committee hearing with Huang and Lutnick
   • Any further Nvidia stock movement tied to the congressional investigation
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   3. Reuters — Nvidia heads for $470 billion two-day wipeout as CEO affair fallout deepens
   4. ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos — House Republicans consider issuing subpoena to Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang
   5. CNBC — Nvidia's Huang tries to project 'business as usual' in return to office after affair revelation
   6. The Washington Post — Massachusetts State Police to pay Karen Read $100,000 settlement
   7. abcnews.com — House and Senate Republicans call on Howard Lutnick, Jensen Huang to testify about Nvidia
   8. www.yahoo.com — Congressional Republicans push Howard Lutnick, Jensen Huang to testify about Nvidia
   9. www.yahoo.com — GOP lawmakers negotiating for Huang to appear before Congress
   10. en.fnnews.com — Lutnick Also to Appear at U.S. Congressional Hearing on Jensen Huang ... Subpoena if He Doesn't Show
   11. en.fnnews.com — Jensen Huang to Testify Behind Closed Doors Before U.S. House Next Week ... Senate Also to Investigate
   12. timeskuwait.com — US Senate seeks Huang testimony over Nvidia national security
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