Bill Gates Testifies on Jeffrey Epstein's Attempts to Gain Leverage

Bill Gates testified before the House Oversight Committee on June 10, 2026, regarding his past interactions with Jeffrey Epstein. Gates stated that Epstein attempted to exploit his marital infidelity to gain access to him. He acknowledged having affairs during his marriage to Melinda French Gates and noted that Epstein tried to use this information to re-establish contact after Gates sought to sever ties. Gates emphasized that he never witnessed any criminal behavior from Epstein and expressed regret over meeting him, stating, "I should never have met with Epstein in the first place." The interview was part of an investigation into Epstein and his associate Ghislaine Maxwell. Gates confirmed he first met Epstein in 2011, following Epstein's claim that he could raise funds for global health initiatives. Gates characterized their interactions as limited and stated that they diminished after Epstein failed to deliver on his promises. He also mentioned that Epstein had discovered Gates' extramarital affairs but denied any wrongdoing or illicit conduct. Gates is among several notable figures being questioned by the committee regarding their connections to Epstein, with lawmakers expressing concern over Gates' relationship with Epstein after his 2008 conviction for soliciting a minor for prostitution.