Biography Flash Bill Gates Faces Congress Over Epstein Ties in Explosive Closed Door Testimony

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Bill Gates is preparing for a significant congressional appearance as the House Oversight Committee intensifies its investigation into his ties to Jeffrey Epstein. According to reporting from OPB, CBS News, and Mass Lawyers Weekly, Gates is scheduled to testify before the House Oversight Committee on June 10, 2026, in a closed-door transcribed interview[1][2][3].

The Republican-led committee, chaired by Rep. James Comer of Kentucky, formally requested Gates' appearance in March as part of its broader investigation into the Department of Justice's probe of the deceased financier[2][3]. Gates appears thousands of times in recently released Epstein files, though appearing in the documents does not necessarily indicate criminal wrongdoing[1].

A spokesperson for the Microsoft co-founder stated that Gates "welcomes the opportunity to appear before the Committee" and emphasized that "while he never witnessed or participated in any of Epstein's illegal conduct, he is looking forward to answering all the committee's questions to support their important work"[1][2]. Gates has previously described his relationship with Epstein, which lasted from 2011 through 2014, as "a huge mistake"[2][3].

The tech billionaire has denied visiting Epstein's island or meeting women through the financier[1]. He previously apologized to staff at the Gates Foundation in February regarding his ties to Epstein and admitted to affairs with individuals he met at bridge events and through business activities[2].

Gates joins a growing list of prominent figures called before the committee, including former Presidents Bill and Hillary Clinton, billionaire Les Wexner, and convicted sex trafficker Ghislaine Maxwell[2]. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick is scheduled to appear on May 6[2].

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