Bill Gates told Congress he suspected Jeffrey Epstein ‘contemplated blackmailing' him over affairs

Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates appeared for a closed-door interview with the House Oversight Committee on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC, on June 10, 2026. During this session, Gates informed Congress of his suspicions that Jeffrey Epstein had contemplated blackmailing him over various affairs. The testimony provided insights into the nature of their relationship and the potential threats Gates believed he faced from Epstein, as reported during the official proceedings before the legislative committee members.