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Bessent wants an outsider as Nvidia CEO—and a “dramatic shakeup”

The Treasury secretary wants a leadership shakeup and answers within 10 days about Nvidia’s export-compliance culture.

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Bessent Calls for Nvidia Leadership Overhaul After Huang’s Departure

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Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent wants Nvidia to recruit an outside CEO after Jensen Huang’s departure, calling for a “dramatic shakeup.” Speaking November 15, he also sought answers from the board and outside counsel within 10 days about export compliance. He’s asking for more than a new name on the office door.

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