Bill Gates to Testify Before Congress on His Relationship with Jeffrey Epstein

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 06:57:00 +0200

Bill Gates is scheduled to testify before the US Congress regarding his ties to the convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The Microsoft co-founder has not been accused of any wrongdoing but has acknowledged regretting his association with Epstein. Gates maintains that his interactions with Epstein were limited to discussions on philanthropy and that he never participated in any of Epstein’s illegal activities. His testimony is part of a broader investigation led by the House Oversight Committee into Epstein's criminal activities. Gates’ testimony follows those of other prominent figures, including former President Bill Clinton, and will take place on June 10, 2026. The investigation stems from the release of thousands of documents by the US Department of Justice, which includes emails and photos involving Epstein and Gates. Gates has publicly stated that he regrets his meetings with Epstein, and that every minute spent with the financier was a mistake. The ongoing investigation is lo