Congress seeks tighter AI chip export rules following Nvidia spy scandal

United States lawmakers are moving to restrict AI chip exports following a controversy involving former Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang and an alleged Chinese spy. Members from both the Democratic and Republican parties have expressed backing for new regulations and have requested that Huang and other Nvidia executives provide testimony to Congress.

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer stated that Huang and the Trump administration are required to address Congress regarding the matter. Senate Banking Committee Chairman Tim Scott has issued formal letters to both Huang and Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, requesting that they testify publicly before the committee.

Legislation such as the Remote Access Security Act, which was first introduced in the House in April 2025 but later stalled in the Senate, is seeing a surge in interest. Although that specific bill may not be enacted, House Speaker Mike Johnson noted a “growing consensus in Congress on limiting chip exports to China.” Johnson added that he personally supports measures designed to restrict China’s access to advanced AI chips produced by firms such as Nvidia.