Bill Gates set to testify before US Congress in Epstein investigation
Bill Gates Set to Testify Before US Congress in Epstein Investigation
Jeffrey Epstein’s legal troubles have drawn the attention of US lawmakers, who have confirmed that Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates will appear before the House Oversight Committee in June. This marks the latest prominent figure to contribute to the inquiry into Epstein’s alleged misconduct. Gates has expressed willingness to address the committee’s inquiries, stating his commitment to supporting their investigation, according to a representative from his foundation.
Testimony Amid Ongoing Inquiry
The hearing is scheduled for 10 June, as part of a broader effort to examine Epstein’s connections and activities. While Gates has not faced formal accusations from any of Epstein’s victims, his involvement in the case is documented in over three million pages of materials disclosed by the justice department earlier this year. These files, which include details of Gates’ communications with Epstein, were made public following legislation signed by former President Donald Trump in November.
“Gates acknowledged that meeting with Epstein was a significant misstep but firmly maintains that his actions were not improper,” stated a spokesperson for the Gates Foundation.
Gates’ ties to Epstein were outlined in a statement from his foundation, which noted he “took responsibility for his actions” during a discussion with staff. The Wall Street Journal reported that Gates admitted to having two affairs with Russian women, which Epstein became aware of. He described his relationship with the financier as non-illlicit, claiming, “I did nothing illicit. I saw nothing illicit.”
Public Statements and Clarifications
Earlier this year, Gates shared his perspective on Epstein during an interview with 9News in Australia. He described their interactions as restricted to dinners and emphasized that he had never visited Epstein’s private island. “Every moment I spent with him I regret and apologize for,” Gates said, according to the interview. Later, a Gates Foundation representative clarified that the billionaire had not participated in Epstein’s social events and was not involved in any illegal activities linked to the financier.
The House Oversight Committee issued a formal request for Gates’ testimony on 3 March, following similar appearances by former President Bill Clinton and his spouse, Hillary Clinton, in February. Upcoming weeks will also see Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick and former Attorney General Pam Bondi contribute to the ongoing hearings. The justice department has yet to release all investigative materials, with millions of pages still under review.
