CEO Lip-Bu Tan appears to have died out as President Trump suddenly approves of the man with an “amazing story,” a newer and potentially larger problem emerged. When the Wall Street Journal is asking questions like “What are you?

Intel (INTC) shares are extending gains this morning after President Donald Trump said he’s met with Lip-Bu Tan, the chipmaker’s current chief executive, and even called him a “success.” The president’s remarks are significant since they arrive only days after he called Tan “highly CONFLICTED” and demanded that he resigns immediately.

Intel shares rose in Monday’s after-hours session after Trump softened his stance on CEO Lip-Bu Tan following a White House meeting, according to Benzinga. Last week, Trump urged Tan to resign over alleged China ties raised by Sen.