Republican Senator Tim Scott, who serves as chairman of the Senate Banking Committee, has officially requested that former Nvidia chief executive Jensen Huang and Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick testify before the committee. The request, announced on X on Thursday, follows recent reports that have raised significant concerns regarding national security and the protection of sensitive United States technology.
Nvidia confirmed on Thursday that Huang has stepped down from his roles as president, chief executive, and board member, effective immediately. The company is currently the subject of an independent investigation examining allegations that a foreign intelligence operation targeted Huang, who had led the organization for 33 years. While the board has not provided specific details regarding the circumstances of his resignation, it previously stated it maintained confidence in Huang and possessed no reason to believe that company secrets or national security had been compromised. In the interim, Nvidia has appointed Chief Financial Officer Colette Kress to serve as chief executive while it evaluates both internal and external candidates for a permanent replacement.
Beyond the Senate's request, House lawmakers are also pursuing their own inquiries. Brian Mast, chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, stated on Thursday that Huang has agreed to provide a closed-door briefing to House members regarding potential threats to national security. The logistics of this briefing, including the timing and list of attendees, are currently being finalized. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries has advocated for a classified briefing on the matter, noting that previous sessions had focused primarily on Iran. Furthermore, Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer emphasized that Congress must persist in seeking answers from Huang, other Nvidia officials, and the Trump administration.
