Bill Gates Testifies Before Congress Regarding Epstein Connections
Bill Gates faces questioning in US Congress over Epstein ties
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Bill Gates, co-founder of Microsoft, is set to be questioned by the US Congress about his ties to Jeffrey Epstein, a convicted sex offender. This comes after new documents raised concerns about their relationship, with Gates denying any wrongdoing and expressing regret over his association with Epstein.
- 01Bill Gates is appearing before the House Oversight Committee to discuss his connections with Jeffrey Epstein.
- 02The committee's inquiry follows the release of documents by the Justice Department that raised new questions about Gates' interactions with Epstein.
- 03Gates has publicly stated he regrets his association with Epstein, calling it 'foolish' and denying any involvement in illegal activities.
- 04Gates acknowledged that his ex-wife Melinda French Gates had concerns about his relationship with Epstein, which began in 2011.
- 05The committee is investigating Epstein's network and how the government handled related cases, with Gates being one of several high-profile figures questioned.
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Bill Gates, the Microsoft co-founder and prominent philanthropist, is scheduled to testify before the US House Oversight Committee regarding his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein, the late financier and convicted sex offender. This inquiry follows the release of documents by the Justice Department that have raised new concerns about Gates' connections to Epstein. Gates has previously expressed regret over his association with Epstein, labeling it as 'foolish' and denying any participation in illegal activities. He emphasized that he never engaged with Epstein's victims and only attended social dinners. The investigation by the committee also aims to uncover the extent of Epstein's network and how the government managed the case, with Gates being one of several notable figures called to testify. Melinda French Gates, Gates' ex-wife, has indicated that questions regarding his relationship with Epstein are for him to answer. The interview is not expected to be recorded on video, and Gates has sought legal counsel in preparation for the questioning.
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The questioning of Gates could have implications for public trust in philanthropy and the accountability of high-profile individuals in their associations.
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