Documented Association
Documented Association
Bill Gates
Microsoft Co-Founder / Philanthropist · American · Active — testified before House Oversight Committee June 10, 2026
William Henry Gates III (born October 28, 1955) is the co-founder of Microsoft and one of the wealthiest individuals in the world. Through the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation he became one of the most prominent philanthropists in history, focusing on global health and disease eradication.
Gates met Jeffrey Epstein in 2011 -- after Epstein's 2008 conviction as a registered sex offender -- and subsequently met with him on multiple documented occasions at Epstein's Manhattan townhouse. The New York Times reported that the meetings were connected to discussions about philanthropic fundraising and that some Gates Foundation staff were uncomfortable with the relationship. Gates has acknowledged the meetings and described them as a mistake.
A 2021 New York Times report noted that the relationship was more extensive than Gates had initially indicated, that Epstein had pursued Gates aggressively for donor introductions, and that Gates's then-wife Melinda was uncomfortable with his association with Epstein.
No criminal allegations have been made against Gates in connection with Epstein's trafficking activities. His inclusion reflects his documented post-conviction association with Epstein.
Gates testified before the House Oversight Committee on June 10, 2026. He denied any wrongdoing but told the committee that meeting with Epstein had been "a grave error in judgment."
Gates met Jeffrey Epstein in 2011 -- after Epstein's 2008 conviction as a registered sex offender -- and subsequently met with him on multiple documented occasions at Epstein's Manhattan townhouse. The New York Times reported that the meetings were connected to discussions about philanthropic fundraising and that some Gates Foundation staff were uncomfortable with the relationship. Gates has acknowledged the meetings and described them as a mistake.
A 2021 New York Times report noted that the relationship was more extensive than Gates had initially indicated, that Epstein had pursued Gates aggressively for donor introductions, and that Gates's then-wife Melinda was uncomfortable with his association with Epstein.
No criminal allegations have been made against Gates in connection with Epstein's trafficking activities. His inclusion reflects his documented post-conviction association with Epstein.
Gates testified before the House Oversight Committee on June 10, 2026. He denied any wrongdoing but told the committee that meeting with Epstein had been "a grave error in judgment."
▶ What the Evidence Shows -- Tier 3: Documented Association
Met Epstein on multiple occasions after Epstein's 2008 conviction. Gates told CNN in 2021 that forming any connection with Epstein was "a huge mistake." The New York Times reported that Gates and Epstein met repeatedly from 2011 onward, with some meetings at Epstein's Manhattan townhouse. No victim has accused Gates of involvement in abuse.
Confirmed by flight logs, visitor records, photography, official statements, or verified investigative journalism.
▷ Public Denials & Counter-Statements
Gates has publicly called the meetings a mistake and said he "deeply regrets" the association.
Associated Legal Events
June 10, 2026 Filing
Bill Gates Testifies Before House Oversight Committee
Bill Gates testified before the House Oversight Committee regarding his post-2008-conviction meetings with Epstein, denying wrongdoing but describing the contact as "a grave error in judgment."
Source: Britannica / House Oversight Committee record
Documented Connections
Documented Association
Jeffrey Epstein
post conviction contact
Gates met Epstein multiple times from 2011, years after Epstein's conviction.
Source: NYT reporting / Gates CNN interview