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June 23, 2026
Bill Gates Clarifies Relationship with Jeffrey Epstein in House Testimony
- Bill Gates testified before the House Oversight Committee, acknowledging he was aware of Epstein's 2008 sex crime conviction but claimed he did not know about ongoing misconduct during their acquaintance.
- He denied any allegations of wrongdoing, including claims of blackmail related to Epstein, and stated he never engaged in sexual conduct with anyone introduced by Epstein.
- Gates expressed regret over pursuing financial support from Epstein, emphasizing it was a mistake.
3 Sources
- Bill Gates testimony on Jeffrey Epstein ties released by House oversight panelJun 23, 2026 at 8:57 PM · CNBC
- Bill Gates denied association with Epstein's crimes in closed-door Hill interviewJun 23, 2026 at 9:12 PM · Politico
- House releases Bill Gates’ Epstein testimonyJun 24, 2026 at 4:10 AM · NBC