Gates reveals Epstein blackmail fears during explosive congressional testimony

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24 Jun 2026 • 10:30 PM MYT
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Gates reveals Epstein blackmail fears during explosive congressional testimony

  • Bill Gates testified to the House Oversight Committee that he believes Jeffrey Epstein attempted to extort him over extramarital affairs.
  • Gates admitted to having affairs with three women—Mila Antonova, Karima Nigmatulina, and Dr. Alice Jacobs Nesselrodt—during his testimony.
  • He denied ever witnessing or participating in sexual misconduct with Epstein, though he acknowledged he may have unwittingly been in the presence of victims.
  • Gates dismissed unsent draft emails by Epstein containing lurid allegations as false, including claims about facilitating sexual encounters and covertly medicating his then-wife.
  • Gates expressed regret for associating with Epstein, despite being aware of his criminal conviction, and apologized to Gates Foundation staff for his past association.

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