Published：Jun 23, 21:53Last updated：Jun 26, 15:33

Bill Gates and Leon Black Testify on Epstein Ties

Jun. 23, 2026 21:53

Bill Gates testified before the House Oversight Committee in Washington on June 10, 2026, regarding Jeffrey Epstein's alleged blackmail attempts over personal affairs. The closed-door deposition highlights ongoing scrutiny of high-profile figures linked to Epstein. The case continues to draw public and political attention.

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Jun. 26, 2026 15:20

Billionaire Leon Black will testify before the House oversight committee regarding his ties to Jeffrey Epstein. The closed-door interview follows the release of millions of Epstein-related documents. The committee plans to release a transcript of the testimony, continuing its investigation into Epstein's network.

Jun. 26, 2026 15:33

Billionaire Leon Black defended paying Jeffrey Epstein $158 million, claiming he knew Epstein’s ‘Jekyll’ side but not his ‘Hyde’ side. Black’s name appears in files related to the Epstein investigation.

Bill Gates testified before Congress about Jeffrey Epstein's alleged blackmail attempts involving his extramarital affairs, while billionaire Leon Black is set to testify regarding $158 million in payments to Epstein. The closed-door depositions reveal personal and financial connections between high-profile figures and the disgraced financier, adding to ongoing scrutiny of Epstein's network. Gates admitted contacting Epstein in 2011 for fundraising but cut ties in 2014, while Black defended his payments by claiming he only knew Epstein's "Jekyll" side. Russia Today+2

🔍 Blackmail Allegations

Gates disclosed that Epstein had contemplated blackmailing him over affairs with Russian women, describing the threats as "veiled." He confirmed the financier possessed sensitive information about his personal life but denied making any payments. The revelations stem from Epstein's final archive and Gates' June 10 testimony. Leon Black's upcoming testimony will address similar financial entanglements with Epstein. Russia Today+2

🏛 Congressional Scrutiny

The House Oversight Committee held hearings on June 24-25 examining Gates' years of contact with Epstein, including potential links to the Gates Foundation. Lawmakers will next question Black about his $158 million in payments to Epstein, seeking to uncover financial ties that allegedly enabled Epstein's abuse network. Both testimonies are part of broader investigations into Epstein's connections. The Guardian+2

💰 Financial Ties

Leon Black's testimony will focus on his substantial payments to Epstein, which he claims were for legitimate financial advice. Documents show Black's name appears in Epstein-related investigation files. The committee plans to release transcripts of both testimonies as they probe how wealth and influence sustained Epstein's network. Toronto Star+2

🌐 Public Fallout

The testimonies have intensified scrutiny of both Gates' public image and Black's financial dealings. Media coverage has focused on Gates' extramarital affairs and Black's payments, drawing continued political attention to Epstein's elite connections. The case remains a focal point for investigations into power networks enabling abuse. Russia Today+2

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Russia

Coverage focuses on Gates' congressional testimony regarding Epstein's alleged blackmail attempts and his denial of financial ties to Epstein.

United Kingdom

Reporting emphasizes Gates' testimony on Epstein's blackmail attempts and broader investigations into Epstein's network involving high-profile figures.

Canada

Outlets frame the event around the congressional testimony of Leon Black and the investigation into financial ties to Epstein's network.

United States

Coverage focuses on the congressional testimony and its implications for high-profile figures linked to Epstein.