Bill Gates testified before the House Oversight Committee on June 10, 2026 [1], regarding his past relationship with Jeffrey Epstein.
The testimony is part of a broader congressional investigation into Epstein's activities. Because Gates is a high-profile philanthropist and former tech executive, his interactions with Epstein are a focal point for lawmakers seeking to understand the extent of the financier's network.
Gates provided a statement to reporters before entering the closed-door interview in Washington, D.C. He said, "I should never have met Jeffrey Epstein" [2].
During the proceedings, Gates addressed the nature of his knowledge regarding Epstein's illegal activities. He said, "I was not aware of Epstein's crimes" [3]. The House Oversight Committee is reviewing the "Jeffrey Epstein Files" to clarify the timeline and nature of various high-profile interactions with the convicted sex offender.
Gates said that he intends to cooperate fully with the legislative body. He said, "I want to help by testifying to the committee" [4].
The closed-door session allows the committee to gather detailed information without the immediate public scrutiny of a televised hearing. This process aims to assist the investigation into Epstein's activities and clarify how Gates and others were drawn into the financier's circle.
“I should never have met Jeffrey Epstein.”
This testimony represents an effort by the U.S. government to map the social and professional networks of Jeffrey Epstein. By securing testimony from figures like Gates, the House Oversight Committee aims to determine if Epstein used his connections to high-net-worth individuals to facilitate his crimes or evade detection. The focus on 'the files' suggests a data-driven approach to corroborating witness statements with documented evidence.
