Tech pioneer Bill Gates has publicly dismissed explosive and unverified allegations that surfaced in recently released files tied to the Jeffrey Epstein investigation. The claims, which included suggestions that Gates contracted a sexually transmitted infection following encounters with women described as “Russian girls,” were labeled by his spokesperson as “absurd and completely false,” with no evidence to support their validity.
Unverified Allegations Spark Backlash
A massive batch of documents — more than 3 million pages of records, photos and videos — was made public this month under a federal transparency law, reigniting scrutiny over the late financier Jeffrey Epstein’s connections to high-profile individuals. Among these were draft emails allegedly penned by Epstein in 2013, insinuating that Gates sought medication for an STI and attempted to conceal related emails from his then-wife.
The documents also include draft messages purportedly written as if from a former adviser to Gates’s foundation. However, there’s no indication that these drafts were ever finalized, sent or rooted in fact. None of the sensational claims have been corroborated by independent sources.
Gates Team Denies the Claims
Responding swiftly, a representative for Gates dismissed the allegations as baseless and defamatory, asserting they reflect the author’s efforts to defame rather than establish truth. The spokesperson emphasized that the records do not reveal any ongoing personal or professional relationship between Gates and Epstein.
Gates has previously acknowledged that his past interactions with Epstein — motivated by philanthropic discussions — were a mistake, and maintained that they did not involve any improper conduct. He reiterated his commitment to transparency and distanced himself from the defamatory suggestions in the released files.
Context from the Broader Document Release
The disclosure of the Epstein-linked documents also includes photographs showing Gates with Epstein, as well as other prominent figures. Officials have cautioned that inclusion in the files does not imply wrongdoing. The extensive DOJ release is part of ongoing efforts to make public records related to the long-running investigation more accessible to the public.
