US President Donald Trump met with Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan yesterday, describing the encounter as “very interesting” despite having publicly called for Tan’s resignation last week. The meeting took place alongside Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick and Secretary of Treasury Scott Bessent, according to Trump’s post on Truth Social.
In his statement on Truth Social, Trump praised Tan’s career, calling his “success and rise” an “amazing story.” He added that members of his cabinet will be spending additional time with Tan in the coming days and will present him with “suggestions” next week.
However, no details were provided on the nature of these suggestions or whether they relate to Intel’s business strategy or leadership. It is also unclear whether Trump’s earlier call for Tan’s resignation still stands.
In a separate statement, Intel framed the meeting as a candid and constructive dialogue on the company’s role in advancing US technology and manufacturing leadership. “We appreciate the President’s strong leadership to advance these critical priorities and look forward to working closely with him and his Administration as we restore this great American company,” the company said.
To recap, Trump publicly called for Tan’s resignation, accusing him of being “highly conflicted” due to alleged investments in Chinese companies linked to the country’s military. Following the president’s comments, Tan sent a letter to employees refuting the allegations, describing them as misinformation, and reaffirming his commitment to US national and economic security.
(Source: Reuters / Intel [newsroom])
