The Trump administration is reportedly considering having the US government take a stake in Intel, a company that was once one of America’s most important tech giants but which has since fallen on hard times.

A breakup appears to be an option under consideration by Intel chairman Frank Yeary, who explored the idea before Tan was even hired, according to reporting by The Wall Street Journal. Tan seems to be resisting the idea of breaking off the company’s manufacturing business, but his ultimate stance remains unclear.