Overview
- More than 3 million DOJ-released Epstein records include 2013 draft emails in Epstein’s account alleging Bill Gates sought antibiotics related to an STI and arranged encounters with women.
- The messages appear to be unsent drafts with unclear authorship and no corroboration, according to reporters reviewing the files.
- In a 9 News Australia interview, Gates said the emails are false, expressed regret for meeting Epstein, and said his interactions were limited to dinners, not travel to Epstein’s island or meetings with women.
- Melinda French Gates told NPR the disclosures brought her unbelievable sadness and said any remaining questions should be answered by those named, including her ex-husband.
- Republican Rep. Nancy Mace urged Gates to testify before the House Oversight Committee, and news outlets note he has not been accused of any crime in connection with Epstein.