Bill Gates testifies that his meetings with Jeffrey Epstein were a “grave error in judgment,” and he regrets having any association that could be seen as lending credibility to the disgraced financier. According to reports from multiple outlets, Gates says he should not have met Epstein and that he never witnessed or had any indication of Epstein’s ongoing criminal conduct. He also tells lawmakers that he was not involved in wrongdoing and that he did not suspect criminal activity during their interactions.
Gates’ testimony is described as voluntary and made before a US House panel. Sources report that Gates emphasizes the separation between himself and Epstein, stating that his association with Epstein ended in 2014 and that Gates remains focused on philanthropy. One account also says Gates alleges Epstein used sensitive personal information to pressure him to reconnect, while Gates maintains he did not observe any criminal behavior.
Another report notes that Gates’ meetings occurred multiple times starting around 2011, after Epstein pleaded guilty to charges involving procuring a child for prostitution. The outlets agree on Gates’ regret and his position that he lacked knowledge of criminal conduct.
