Lip-Bu Tan, appointed CEO of Intel in March 2025, is under intense political pressure over his extensive investments and board positions in Chinese semiconductor firms linked to the Chinese military. President Trump publicly called for his immediate resignation, citing conflicts of interest and national security concerns raised by Senator Tom Cotton. Despite these allegations, Intel and Tan emphasize their commitment to U.S. economic and security interests. The controversy spotlights the geopolitical tensions impacting leadership at major U.S. technology firms and the semiconductor industry.