Trump Claims Federal Intelligence Investment Has Generated 'Tens of Billions'; Shares Rise

Trump Praises Intel’s Latest Processor and Government Investment

On Thursday afternoon, former President Donald Trump highlighted Intel Corporation’s newest processor launch and the U.S. government’s investment in the company. Following his remarks, Intel’s stock price saw an uptick.

• Intel’s shares are on the move.

Trump took to social media to share that he had just wrapped up a “productive meeting with Intel’s highly successful CEO, Lip-Bu Tan.”

He announced, “Intel has introduced the first CPU processor under 2 nanometers, entirely designed, manufactured, and assembled in the United States.”

Trump continued, “The U.S. government is proud to hold shares in Intel and, through this ownership, has already generated tens of billions of dollars for Americans in just four months. This was a fantastic deal for both the country and Intel. America is committed to restoring advanced chip manufacturing at home, and that’s exactly what we’re witnessing!”

Background: Trump’s Changing Relationship with Intel

Trump’s interactions with Intel and CEO Lip-Bu Tan have been complex. In August 2025, he publicly called for Tan’s resignation, citing concerns over Tan’s previous investments in Chinese tech firms.

However, after a pivotal meeting at the White House, Trump reversed his position and announced a landmark agreement: the U.S. government would acquire a 9.9% stake in Intel for $8.9 billion.

This investment was primarily funded by reallocating grants from the CHIPS Act. Trump described the move as a win for taxpayers, ensuring the government received equity in exchange for its support.

Intel Stock Update: In after-hours trading on Thursday, Intel shares rose 1.78% to $41.84.

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