Overview
- On Feb. 24, Gates told Gates Foundation employees he takes responsibility for meeting Epstein and called it a “huge mistake,” apologizing to those drawn in.
- He reiterated that he never participated in Epstein’s crimes and said he had no contact with Epstein’s victims.
- Gates acknowledged prior extramarital relationships with two Russian women, which he said did not involve Epstein’s victims.
- The Gates Foundation stated earlier this month that it never paid Epstein or employed him.
- Melinda Gates said on NPR’s Wild Card podcast that the disclosures are painful and that those involved should provide explanations.