U.S. lawmakers consider tighter limits on Nvidia chip exports to China
Congressional leaders are discussing stricter export controls on advanced AI chips, amid concerns about their use in China’s AI development.
U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson said Thursday that there is increasing agreement among members of Congress to restrict chip exports to China. The discussion follows the resignation of Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang after reports linking him to a businesswoman under investigation for alleged espionage for the Chinese government. Lawmakers from both parties have called for tighter controls on advanced artificial-intelligence chips that support China’s rapidly expanding AI sector. Senior White House officials are also reportedly debating whether Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick should be removed, according to two sources familiar with the matter, as pressure to act grows in Washington.