Bill Gates Testifies Epstein Attempted to Blackmail Him with Sensitive Information
Microsoft founder Bill Gates told a closed-door congressional committee that Jeffrey Epstein tried to blackmail him using private details about his personal life and marital infidelity, while denying any personal friendship.
Bill Gates, co-founder of Microsoft, testified before the U.S. House Oversight Committee in a closed session on June 10. He stated that financier Jeffrey Epstein, later convicted of sex crimes, attempted to blackmail him using sensitive information regarding Gates' private life and infidelity.
Gates emphasized that their relationship was never personal. All interactions were solely related to recruiting potential donors for his global health and philanthropic initiatives. The billionaire denied any friendship with Epstein.
Furthermore, Gates said he never visited Epstein's private island, his ranch, or his Florida residence. He claimed to have been unaware of any possible criminal activities by Epstein.
