Bill Gates testifies on Epstein relationship, denies crimes

Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates testified that he was aware of Jeffrey Epstein's criminal past but maintained their relationship was strictly professional, while acknowledging that Epstein later attempted to use knowledge of Gates's extramarital affairs to gain leverage over him. The details emerged from a transcript of Gates's closed-door interview with the House Oversight Committee, which was released on Tuesday, June III, 2026. Gates appeared before the panel on June 10 as part of its ongoing investigation into the government's handling of matters related to Epstein, the convicted offender who died in jail in 2019.

During the interview, Gates said he began meeting with Epstein in 2011 after being introduced by his science adviser, Dr. Boris Nikolic. Gates stated he was aware Epstein had a criminal conviction of a sexual nature but pursued a professional relationship because Epstein claimed he could connect him with wealthy donors for global health philanthropy. Gates testified he never visited Epstein's island, never engaged in sexual conduct with anyone introduced by Epstein, and never witnessed any criminal activity. He said he ended the relationship in 2014 after...