Bill Gates set to testify before US Congress in Epstein investigation

Bill Gates to Appear Before Congress in Epstein Inquiry

Microsoft’s co-founder Bill Gates is scheduled to provide testimony before the U.S. Congress in June concerning his dealings with Jeffrey Epstein, a convicted sex offender. Lawmakers have confirmed the hearing, which will take place on 10 June, as part of an ongoing examination of Epstein’s alleged misconduct. Gates, a prominent philanthropist, is the most recent high-profile individual to agree to appear before the House Oversight Committee.

Documents Unveiled in Epstein Probe

The Justice Department disclosed over three million documents earlier this year, revealing details about Gates’ communications and relationship with Epstein. These materials, part of a broader investigation, have now brought Gates into the spotlight. However, no formal accusations of wrongdoing have been made against him by Epstein’s victims. His participation in the inquiry does not suggest any criminal behavior.

Committee’s Request and Other High-Profile Testimonies

The House Oversight Committee requested Gates’ testimony in March, following the release of records linked to Epstein’s case. This follows prior appearances by former President Bill Clinton and his wife, Hillary Clinton, in February. Additional figures, including Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick and former Attorney General Pam Bondi, are anticipated to speak in the coming weeks.

Gates’ Apology and Affair Acknowledgment

“Bill spoke candidly, addressing several questions in detail,” the Gates Foundation stated in a public note. The Wall Street Journal reported that Gates admitted to two affairs with Russian women, which Epstein discovered. He also claimed, “I did nothing illicit. I saw nothing illicit,” regarding his ties to the late financier.

Clarifying Gates’ Role in Epstein’s Network

In an earlier interview with 9News, Gates described his interactions with Epstein as limited to social gatherings, asserting he never visited the financier’s island. “Every minute I spent with him I regret and I apologize that I did that,” he remarked. A later statement to the BBC reiterated that Gates had no role in Epstein’s alleged illegal activities, emphasizing his acknowledgment of the meeting as a “serious error in judgment” but maintaining his denial of improper conduct.