Bill Gates: Meeting Epstein 'grave error in judgment'

Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates appeared before the House Oversight Committee to address his past interactions with Jeffrey Epstein. Gates stated that his meetings with the convicted sex offender were a "grave error in judgment" and that he "never victimized anyone." He acknowledged being aware of Epstein's past criminal conviction of a sexual nature but maintained he was unaware of the specific details of his crimes. Gates characterized his relationship with Epstein as non-social, primarily revolving around Epstein's offers to help raise funds for philanthropic projects.

The testimony is significant as it sheds light on the connections between prominent figures and Jeffrey Epstein, impacting public perception and scrutiny of philanthropic funding and government oversight.