Friday, 13 November 2026
Technology

Trump Names Tim Cook as Possible Successor to Jensen Huang

US President Donald Trump suggested considering Apple Board Chairman Tim Cook for the position of Nvidia CEO following Jensen Huang's resignation.

13 Nov, 11:37Read in Russian

In the US on Thursday, President Donald Trump wrote on Truth Social that only one person could take Jensen Huang's place—Apple Board Chairman Tim Cook. Trump called this potential replacement 'a legend instead of a legend' but did not announce a formal nomination of Cook or the start of an appointment process.

Cook stepped down as Apple CEO on 1 September 2026 after 15 years leading the company. He was succeeded by John Ternus, while Cook transitioned to the role of Executive Chairman of the Board. He retained involvement in Apple's operations, including contacts with politicians from various countries and managing the company's international relations, particularly with China.

Trump was not the only one to mention Cook among potential candidates. Jeffrey Sonnenfeld, Senior Associate Dean for Leadership Studies at the Yale School of Management, published an op-ed in Time on Wednesday with the same suggestion. He highlighted Cook's experience, noting that he took over Apple after its founder, Steve Jobs.