A · Epstein recordMeetings and philanthropic-fundraising discussions, 2011–2014
Status / relationship: documented meetings and proposed philanthropic fundraising discussions
In prepared remarks for a June 10, 2026 House Oversight interview, Gates stated that he had three preliminary meetings with Epstein in 2011, two in 2012, and more extensive discussions in 2013 and 2014 about possible structures for major charitable giving. Gates stated that no vehicle was created, no funds were raised, Epstein received no role or compensation, and Gates stopped communicating or meeting with him in 2014.
Established: Gates acknowledges repeated meetings and discussions with Epstein between 2011 and 2014 after Epstein's 2008 conviction.
Not established: The cited records do not establish that Gates participated in Epstein's crimes, visited Epstein's island, ranch or Florida home, created a joint charitable vehicle, paid Epstein, or knew of ongoing criminal conduct.
Response / counter-evidence: Gates described accepting the introduction as a grave error in judgment, denied witnessing or knowing of ongoing criminal conduct, and stated that he ended contact in 2014.
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