Melinda French Gates Responds to Bill Gates’ Denial Amid Epstein File Revelations
SEATTLE, Wash. — In the wake of newly surfaced documents linked to Jeffrey Epstein, Melinda French Gates publicly addressed the recent allegations involving her ex-husband, Bill Gates. The disclosures, part of a fresh batch of Epstein files, include claims that Bill Gates contracted a sexually transmitted infection (STI) from “Russian girls” associated with Epstein and sought antibiotics through the disgraced financier — allegations that Gates has vehemently denied.
Bill Gates, co-founder of Microsoft and philanthropist, has previously acknowledged meeting Epstein but maintained that their interactions were limited to discussions about charitable initiatives, calling those meetings a “mistake.” A spokesperson for Gates dismissed the new claims as “absolutely absurd and completely false,” labeling the source a “proven, disgruntled liar.”
Melinda French Gates, who divorced Bill in 2021 after 27 years of marriage, spoke candidly in an interview with NPR about the emotional toll the revelations have taken on her. She described the resurfacing of these allegations as bringing back “some very, very painful times in my marriage,” but emphasized that she has moved forward and is in a “really unexpected, beautiful place” in her life.
Reflecting on the broader implications, Melinda underscored the societal reckoning surrounding Epstein’s exploitation of young women. “No girl should ever be put in the situation that they were put in by Epstein and whatever was going on with all of the various people around him,” she said. “It’s beyond heartbreaking, right? I remember being those ages those girls were. I remember my daughters being those ages.”
When pressed on her dominant emotion regarding the STI allegations, Melinda expressed “unbelievable sadness,” extending her empathy to the young women victimized in Epstein’s network. “Again, I’m able to take my own sadness and look at those young girls and say, ‘My god, how did that happen to those girls?'” she said.
Bill Gates’ spokesperson reiterated to NPR that the documents reveal Epstein’s frustration over not maintaining a relationship with Gates, and characterized the claims as attempts by Epstein to “entrap and defame.”
The Epstein files have continued to shed light on the extensive and troubling network orchestrated by the convicted sex offender, prompting investigations and public scrutiny. The U.S. Department of Justice has been involved in ongoing efforts to bring accountability to those implicated.
Melinda’s comments come amid a broader cultural moment confronting abuses of power and exploitation, echoing calls from organizations like the American Civil Liberties Union advocating for survivors’ rights and systemic change.
As the public digests these revelations, Melinda French Gates’ response highlights the personal and societal dimensions of the Epstein scandal, reminding the nation of the lasting impact such betrayals have on families and communities alike.
For more on the Epstein case and related investigations, visit the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s human trafficking page and the Office of the Inspector General for updates on ongoing inquiries.
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