The Nvidia Chip Deal Is a National Security Disaster Waiting to Happen

Trump’s latest proposal would cede the United States’ AI advantage.

U.S. President Donald Trump shakes hands with Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang after Huang delivered remarks at an event in the White House in Washington on April 30. December 12, 2025, 2:38 PM

In September, the leader of the world’s most valuable company lambasted China hawks for “ destroying ” the American dream. To be tough on China was a “badge of shame,” Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang argued. “It’s not patriotic, not even a little bit.” His comments came after withering criticism over a proposed deal with the Trump administration to allow new semiconductor exports to China in exchange for a 15 percent kickback to the U.S. government. Then, on Monday, Pres

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