President Trump Says Nvidia CEO Unaware of Alleged Spy Relationship

President Donald Trump said on Monday that Nvidia chief Jensen Huang was "suffering greatly" after revelations that a former partner, identified as Alice Huang, had allegedly been passing information to Chinese authorities. Trump told reporters that he had spoken with the Taiwanese-born executive earlier in the day to check on his wellbeing and described him as an "amazing guy."

"I asked him that question, 'did you have any idea that she was a spy?' He said, 'I had no idea that she was a spy,' and I really believe him," Trump said.

The president added that he was not aware of the allegations when Huang accompanied him on a visit to China in May, noting that many people had since heard about the case. He said the FBI was investigating the matter and expressed confidence that Huang would remain "in good shape."

Huang had previously sent a message to Nvidia staff acknowledging an affair and apologizing to his family and colleagues. He has attended several White House events, including a state visit by Chinese President Xi Jinping in September.