Bill Gates tells House panel he never victimized anyone in Epstein-related questions

Bill Gates appeared before a U.S. House oversight committee on Wednesday for a closeddoor interview focused on his past relationship with Jeffrey Epstein. The hearing was part of a broader congressional review of Epsteinrelated files and interviews. In a statement to the panel, Gates said he had never victimized anyone and said his interactions with Epstein were not related to the abusive conduct alleged against the late financier. Gates also said he never visited Epstein’s private island, Florida estate, or New Mexico ranch. Committee members have been examining testimony and documents released under a 2025 transparency law that required the Justice Department to disclose millions of Epsteinrelated records. The review has also included interviews with other highprofile figures connected to Epstein, as lawmakers continue to look into the scope of his network and the handling of the case.