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Inside Bill Gates' Epstein closed-door testimony - CNN The Lead [View all]
Billionaire Bill Gates told members of the House Oversight Committee that he had no knowledge of Jeffrey Epstein’s crimes and that Epstein attempted to use information about his personal life — including that he had been unfaithful in his marriage — to pressure him, according to a copy of his opening remarks obtained by CNN.
“I never witnessed nor had any indication that Epstein was engaged in ongoing criminal conduct. I never went to his island, his ranch, or his Florida home. I have never victimized anyone. While he may have sought to foster a personal relationship, I was never interested in that and never reciprocated,” Gates said Wednesday, according to his prepared remarks. “I learned Epstein had become aware of sensitive information about my personal life, including the fact that I had been unfaithful in my marriage. These affairs had nothing to do with my interactions with Epstein, but they were painful for my family.” - Aired on 06/10/2026.
0:00 Bill Gates makes rare brief statement before closed-door interview
0:55 Bill Gates' opening remarks explained
2:19 Oversight member Rep. Khanna on what was said behind closed doors
5:10 The Arena panel discusses Gates' testimony
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