Nvidia has brought on veteran lobbyist Bruce Andrews to head its government affairs operation in Washington, D.C., according to Reuters, which cited two sources briefed on the matter.
The hire, reported on June 11, signals a significant expansion of Nvidia's political footprint in the U.S. capital at a moment when semiconductor policy, export controls, and AI regulation have become central to both national security debates and corporate strategy.
Nvidia has become one of the most consequential technology companies in the world, with its chips powering the artificial intelligence boom sweeping industry and government alike. That prominence has drawn increased scrutiny from regulators and lawmakers on both sides of the aisle — over chip exports to China, the concentration of AI computing power, and the company's role in the broader tech supply chain.
According to Reuters, Andrews is described as a veteran lobbyist, suggesting deep experience navigating the intersection of government and industry. The sources did not provide further details about his background or start date.
The move underscores how seriously Nvidia is taking the political dimension of its business: as Washington debates who controls the future of AI and advanced semiconductors, having experienced representation in the capital is no longer optional for the industry's biggest players.