Bill Gates to Testify Before Congress in Epstein Investigation
Billionaire Bill Gates will testify June 10 before the House Oversight Committee regarding his past interactions with Jeffrey Epstein.
Bill Gates to Address House Oversight Committee in June
Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates has confirmed he will testify before the U.S. Congress this June regarding his past interactions with the deceased convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The announcement follows the House Oversight Committee's ongoing efforts to investigate Epstein's network and criminal activities.
A spokesperson for the billionaire philanthropist told the BBC that Gates is "looking forward to answering all the committee's questions to support their important work." The hearing is officially scheduled for June 10.
Context of the Investigation
The inquiry into Gates’ connections stems from the release of over three million documents by the Department of Justice earlier this year. This disclosure was fueled by legislation signed by former President Donald Trump last November, which mandated the release of materials related to investigations into Epstein.
While millions of documents have been made public, an even larger volume remains classified. It is important to note that Gates has not been accused of misconduct by any of Epstein’s victims, and his presence in the investigative files does not imply criminal activity.
Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates has confirmed he will testify before the U.S.
Admissions and Regrets
Gates has previously addressed his relationship with Epstein both internally and publicly:
- Internal Meetings: During a meeting with staff at the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, the philanthropist reportedly apologized for his judgment.
- Reports of Extortion: According to The Wall Street Journal, Gates told staff he had two affairs with Russian women that Epstein later discovered. Despite this, Gates maintained: "I did nothing illicit. I saw nothing illicit."
- Public Statements: In an interview with Australia’s 9News, Gates expressed deep remorse, stating, "Every minute I spent with him I regret and I apologize that I did that." He clarified that his meetings were limited to dinners and emphasized that he never visited Epstein’s private island.
A spokesperson reinforced this stance, stating that Gates never attended Epstein's parties and had no involvement in any illegal activities.
High-Profile Testimonies
Gates is the latest in a string of high-profile figures summoned by the House Oversight Committee.
- February: Former President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton provided testimony.
- Future Hearings: Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick and former Attorney General Pam Bondi are expected to testify in the coming weeks.
The committee’s formal request for Gates’ testimony was issued in a letter dated March 3, as lawmakers continue to piece together the extent of Epstein's influence among global elites.
