Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates testified before a U.S. congressional committee that Jeffrey Epstein, the late financier and convicted sex offender, may have sought to blackmail him using information about his extramarital affairs. The statement appears in a transcript of Gates' closed-door testimony, obtained by multiple news outlets.
According to the transcript, Gates described Epstein as having made 'veiled' threats, suggesting that he possessed information that could be used against Gates. Gates did not provide further details about the nature of the alleged threats or the specific information Epstein may have had. The testimony was part of a broader congressional investigation into Epstein's financial dealings and connections.
The Guardian, a UK-based news outlet, reported that the testimony highlights Gates' concerns about the late financier's intentions. The article notes that Gates spoke of the 'veiled' threats in the context of his interactions with Epstein, but did not elaborate on the timeline or specific incidents.
RT, a Russian state-funded news outlet, also covered the testimony, reporting that Gates claimed Epstein had attempted to blackmail him. The report included a brief summary of the testimony and a thumbnail image, but did not provide additional context or analysis.
Gates' testimony is part of a larger inquiry into Epstein's financial network and his relationships with high-profile individuals. The investigation has drawn attention from multiple political perspectives, with various outlets covering the issue in different ways. The sources used in this report reflect a range of political leanings, including a center, a far-left, and a far-right outlet.
The congressional committee has not yet released a full public statement or report on the findings of its investigation into Epstein's connections. However, Gates' testimony adds to the growing body of evidence and testimony related to the financier's activities.
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