According to Bloomberg, President Donald Trump has backed Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang, who admitted to an extramarital affair with Alice Huang (linked to a Singapore-based company, Megaspeed), who is suspected of being a Chinese spy.Trump shared his thoughts on the matter with reporters on Sunday:"I just know he's a fine person, but you never know what's going on."When asked whether Huang should continue his role in the tech giant, the President added:"He has done an amazing job for our country...I think so. Oh yeah, sure...I haven't heard he's done anything wrong."Donald Trump expresses confidence in Nvidia CEOThe President's statements come after Huang admitted that he was in a romantic relationship. According to Axios, Huang sent an email addressed to the Nvidia employees, taking full responsibility for the matter:"To my colleagues at NVIDIA, I owe my family and all of you an apology. I was unfaithful to my wife. My actions hurt her and our children. There is no excuse for what I did. I am deeply sorry."Addressing the national security concerns, Jensen Huang added:"Regarding the national security concerns raised in news reports, NVIDIA’s Board of Directors has initiated an independent investigation. I support the investigation and will cooperate fully. I love our country and our company. I am committed to protecting Nvidia and supporting America's national security. I am proud and grateful to be an American."According to a report by The New York Times, US Intelligence had shared intel with Trump last year about Huang's affair with Alice Huang, a suspected Chinese spy who had been sent to collect information on him. While China refuted allegations of a spy mission on Huang, calling it 'groundless speculation,' US Intelligence remains suspicious of Alice Huang's position and relationship with the Nvidia CEO.When asked whether Trump regrets not acting on the intel on Huang, he said 'No', believing Huang is an 'honorable guy.'After CEO Jensen Huang's admission, Nvidia's Board of Directors has decided to launch an independent investigation into the matter. According to a statement obtained by The New York Times, the board said the company will prioritize 'US national and economic security'.The company's board capped off its statement as:"While the Board has no reason to believe that either national security or Nvidia secrets were compromised, the Board's inquiry will examine all available information."According to the BBC, Huang's early bet on AI-focused chips helped build Nvidia into a company now valued in the trillions. Huang's early vision helped establish Nvidia as an industry leader, with its chips now powering AI development at leading companies such as OpenAI and Meta.Amid Huang's controversy with the alleged Chinese spy, Trump's statement and support have added another layer to the controversy, and it remains to be seen how the matter develops.For the latest scoops on your favorite TV shows and movies, follow SoapCentral.