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Bill Gates says Epstein wanted personal relationship, but he 'never reciprocated'
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Bill Gates testified before a congressional committee, stating he never had a personal relationship with Jeffrey Epstein and cut ties with him when Epstein failed to deliver on fundraising for Gates' philanthropic efforts. Gates said Epstein had used his marital infidelities to pressure him and that he never reciprocated Epstein's attempts at a personal relationship. Gates also expressed regret for meeting Epstein and hoped survivors of Epstein's crimes can get justice.