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 Amid Ongoing Inquiry
Lawmakers have announced that Bill Gates, co-founder of Microsoft, will appear before the US Congress in June to discuss his connections with Jeffrey Epstein. The House Oversight Committee, which is examining Epstein’s alleged misconduct, has confirmed the hearing is set for 10 June. Gates, a prominent philanthropist, has not been accused of wrongdoing by any of Epstein’s victims, though his involvement in the case has been detailed in investigative records.
Over three million documents were released earlier this year by the Department of Justice, shedding light on Gates’ communications with Epstein. This release was prompted by legislation signed by former President Trump in November, which mandated the disclosure of all materials from Epstein’s investigation. The committee’s inquiry into Gates’ ties to the late financier has drawn attention as part of a broader probe into the case.
Apology and Clarification
A spokesperson for Gates stated that the Microsoft co-founder had never attended social gatherings with Epstein and had no role in illicit activities tied to him. “While Mr. Gates acknowledges that meeting with Epstein was a serious error in judgment, he unequivocally denies any improper conduct related to Epstein and the activities he was involved in,” the statement emphasized.
“Bill spoke candidly, addressing several questions in detail,” the Gates Foundation noted in a public statement. The Wall Street Journal reported that Gates apologized to staff, revealing he had two affairs with Russian women that Epstein later discovered. He also asserted, “I did nothing illicit. I saw nothing illicit,” regarding his relationship with the convicted sex offender.
Earlier this year, Gates shared his perspective on his ties to Epstein during an interview with 9News in Australia. He described their interactions as limited to dinners and clarified he did not visit Epstein’s island. “Every minute I spent with him I regret and I apologize that I did that,” Gates said, reflecting on his past associations.
High-Profile Witnesses in the Inquiry
The House Oversight Committee has been actively seeking testimonies from key figures, including former President Bill Clinton and his spouse, Hillary Clinton, who appeared in February. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick and former Attorney General Pam Bondi are also expected to provide statements in the coming weeks, highlighting the extensive scope of the investigation.
