Bill Gates set to testify before US Congress in Epstein investigation
Bill Gates Set to Appear Before US Congress in Epstein Inquiry
Bill Gates, co-founder of Microsoft, will appear before the U.S. Congress in June to address his dealings with Jeffrey Epstein, a sex offender convicted in 2002. Lawmakers have confirmed that the billionaire philanthropist is among the latest prominent figures to participate in the House Oversight Committee’s probe into Epstein’s activities. A spokesperson for Gates told the BBC the Microsoft co-founder is “excited to respond to the committee’s inquiries and aid their crucial investigation.” The testimony is planned for June 10.
The Department of Justice disclosed over three million documents earlier this year, which included details about Gates’ communications and relationship with Epstein. These materials were made public after Trump signed a congressional bill in November mandating the release of all evidence from Epstein’s case. Despite this, millions of additional records remain unopened. Gates has not faced accusations of wrongdoing from any of Epstein’s victims, and his involvement in the files does not indicate criminal behavior.
Public Apology and Testimony
During a session with staff from his charitable foundation, Gates acknowledged his ties to Epstein but stated he “accepted accountability for his decisions.” The Gates Foundation noted in a statement that the philanthropist “engaged openly, discussing multiple aspects thoroughly.” The Wall Street Journal reported Gates apologized to staff, revealing he had two romantic relationships with Russian women that Epstein later discovered. He described Epstein as “a person who engaged in illicit acts, and I witnessed none.”
“Bill expressed his regret for the time spent with Epstein, and he clarified that he had no role in the illegal activities linked to the financier,” the foundation added.
In an interview with 9News in Australia, Gates previously shared his connection to Epstein, stating their meetings were confined to dinners and he never visited Epstein’s island. “Every moment I spent with him was a regrettable choice, and I apologize for that,” he said. A later statement from Gates’ team reiterated that the co-founder had not attended Epstein’s gatherings and was not involved in any unlawful actions tied to the late financier.
The House Oversight Committee issued a formal request for Gates’ testimony on March 3, as part of ongoing efforts to gather insights from other notable figures. This follows the recent appearances of former President Bill Clinton and his wife, former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, who testified in February. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick and former Attorney General Pam Bondi are also scheduled to provide statements in the coming weeks.
