- Bill Gates testified to the House Oversight Committee, saying he never knew about Epstein’s crimes, never visited Epstein’s properties, and regrets ever meeting him.
- Gates says Epstein tried to pressure him by using sensitive details about his personal life (including affairs); draft emails in Epstein’s files made sensational, unverified claims that Gates denies.
- The closed-door testimony follows a large DOJ document release showing continued contact after Epstein’s 2008 conviction, prompting lawmakers to press Gates and seek other high-profile witnesses.
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