Bill Gates says Epstein sought to blackmail him over extramarital affairs
Transcript of congressional testimony shows Microsoft founder spoke of ‘veiled’ threats made by late sex offender
TL;DR
- Bill Gates testified before the House oversight committee about his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein.
- Gates stated that Epstein considered blackmailing him over his extramarital affairs, referring to 'veiled' threats and draft emails.
- Gates clarified that he was never actually blackmailed, but believed Epstein was contemplating it.
- The tech pioneer claimed he was unaware of the full extent of Epstein's criminal behavior and had never victimized anyone.
- Gates admitted to extramarital affairs with two Russian women and stated his relationship with Epstein began in 2011, after Epstein's guilty plea to prostitution charges involving minors.