Gates: Epstein Tried to Blackmail Me

Bill Gates testified to Congress that Jeffrey Epstein sought to blackmail him over an extramarital affair, according to a released transcript.

The Microsoft co-founder stated he was aware of Epstein's prior sex conviction but met with him over a dozen times to seek philanthropic donations.

The sordid revelations about Gates' affairs have drawn sharp criticism.

Ghislaine Maxwell also argued in a new court filing that Epstein documents released this year contained evidence her rights were violated before she was convicted.