Microsoft co-founder and philanthropist Bill Gates is scheduled to sit for a transcribed interview with the U.S. House Oversight Committee on June 10, 2026, as part of the panel’s bipartisan investigation into Jeffrey Epstein’s criminal activities, the federal government’s handling of the case, and related matters.
The Republican-led House Oversight and Government Reform Committee is examining multiple aspects of the Epstein case, including the Justice Department’s prior investigation, the circumstances surrounding Epstein’s 2019 death in federal custody, the operation of sex-trafficking networks, and efforts by Epstein and his associate Ghislaine Maxwell to cultivate influence among prominent individuals. Gates is the latest high-profile witness to agree to testify following a formal request sent by the committee on March 3, 2026.
“Bill Gates welcomes the opportunity to appear before the Committee,” said a spokesperson for Gates. “While he never witnessed or participated in any of Epstein’s illegal conduct, he is looking forward to answering all the committee’s questions to support their important work.”
Gates has previously acknowledged a limited number of meetings with Epstein in the years after Epstein’s 2008 conviction, primarily to discuss potential philanthropic opportunities.
Gates has stated publicly that he regrets the association and that no business or philanthropic relationship ever materialized. He has not been accused of any wrongdoing by Epstein’s victims or in any related legal proceedings.
The June 10 transcribed interview will be conducted in a closed-door format, similar to recent interviews with other witnesses in the probe, including former President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton.
Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick is also scheduled to appear for a transcribed interview on May 6 as part of the same investigation.
Committee Chair James Comer (R-Ky.) has described the probe as a comprehensive review aimed at ensuring accountability and strengthening federal efforts to combat sex trafficking.