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NYT: ‘Howard Lutnick Took Softer Line on Nvidia as Calls for Tougher Controls Grew’

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Briefings

A July 2026 profile by Ana Swanson, Tripp Mickle, Maggie Haberman, and Jonathan Swan reveals Howard Lutnick, Commerce Secretary, prioritizes Nvidia chip controls over other firms to prevent China's AI dominance. Lutnick frequently meets with Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang in Lutnick's office, with Nvidia's general counsel having direct access to draft regulations. Lutnick reportedly told Huang, 'Dude, seriously, smell my finger...', indicating close collaboration. The article notes Republicans and the Trump administration may use Lutnick and Nvidia as scapegoats for recent election losses.

Key points

• Howard Lutnick, Commerce Secretary, prioritizes Nvidia chip controls to prevent China's AI dominance.
• Lutnick frequently meets with Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang in Lutnick's office, with Nvidia's general counsel having direct access to draft regulations.

Context

This profile details the Trump administration's strategy to tighten Nvidia controls, with Lutnick acting as a key conduit for high-priority Nvidia issues. The article suggests Lutnick and Nvidia may serve as scapegoats for recent election losses, highlighting the administration's need for political accountability.

Limitations

Evidence is limited to a single profile article from July 2026. Specific dates for Lutnick's meetings are not provided, and the article does not confirm the extent of Republican or Trump administration support for using Lutnick and Nvidia as scapegoats.

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