Bill Gates set to testify before US Congress in Epstein investigation
Bill Gates Set to Testify Before US Congress in Epstein Investigation
Testimony Scheduled for June
Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates is scheduled to appear before the U.S. Congress in June, as lawmakers have announced. This marks the latest prominent figure to commit to providing testimony to the House Oversight Committee examining Jeffrey Epstein’s alleged misconduct.
Documents and Legislative Context
Details regarding Gates’ communication and connection with Epstein were unveiled through over three million documents shared by the justice department earlier this year. The release of these files was mandated by legislation signed by former President Donald Trump in November, which required the DOJ to disclose all materials from its investigation into Epstein. Despite this, millions of additional documents remain unshared.
Gates’ Statements and Apologies
Gates addressed his ties to Epstein during a meeting with foundation staff, expressing accountability for his actions. “Bill spoke candidly, addressing several questions in detail,” the Gates Foundation stated in a release. A
from the Wall Street Journal
reported Gates apologized to staff, revealing he had two affairs with Russian women that Epstein later discovered. He claimed, “I did nothing illicit. I saw nothing illicit,” in reference to Epstein’s activities.
Previous Comments and Clarification
Earlier this year, Gates discussed his relationship with Epstein in an interview with 9News in Australia, stating their interactions were limited to dinners and he never visited Epstein’s island. “Every minute I spent with him I regret and I apologize that I did that,” Gates remarked. In a follow-up statement to the BBC, a Gates Foundation representative clarified that the Microsoft co-founder had not attended social events with Epstein and was not involved in any illegal activities linked to him.
Other High-Profile Witnesses
The House Oversight Committee’s request for Gates’ testimony follows other notable appearances. Former President Bill Clinton and his wife, former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, testified in February. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick and former Attorney General Pam Bondi are anticipated to provide their accounts in the upcoming weeks.
