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Bill Gates: 'I Should Never Have Met Epstein, But I Never Harassed Anyone'

From ANSA · () Italian

Translated from Italian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Bill Gates testified behind closed doors at Capitol Hill regarding his association with Jeffrey Epstein.
  • Gates admitted he should not have met Epstein and that such associations are unjustifiable.
  • He denied witnessing or suspecting Epstein's criminal activities and stated he never visited Epstein's properties.

Billionaire Bill Gates testified behind closed doors at Capitol Hill, addressing his past interactions with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Gates acknowledged that meeting Epstein was a mistake, stating, "I should never have met Epstein." He conceded that even if Epstein had secured donors for the Gates Foundation, it would not justify their association, especially in light of what is known today.

I should never have met Epstein.

— Bill GatesGates admitted his regret over his association with Jeffrey Epstein during his closed-door testimony.

During his testimony, Gates reiterated that he never witnessed Epstein's criminal behavior nor had any indication of his illicit activities. He also clarified that he never visited Epstein's island, ranch, or Florida estate. Gates expressed hope that his testimony would assist the House Oversight Committee in delivering justice for Epstein's victims.

In light of what I know today, I understand that even if he had procured the promised donors for the Gates Foundation, this would not justify being associated with him.

— Bill GatesGates explained his current perspective on the justification of his past association with Epstein.

The hearing focused on clarifying Gates's connections with the financier, who died in jail in 2019 while awaiting trial on sex trafficking charges. Gates's foundation has faced scrutiny over its past dealings with Epstein, who was known for his connections to wealthy and influential individuals.

I never witnessed Epstein's criminal behavior, nor did I have any indication that he was involved in illicit activities.

— Bill GatesGates denied any knowledge of Epstein's wrongdoing during his testimony.
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Originally published by ANSA in Italian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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