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House Committee Demands Gates, Black Testify in Epstein Probe

3/4/2026

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Comer Probes Epstein

The House Oversight and Government Reform Committee, chaired by James Comer, seeks testimony from seven individuals, including Bill Gates and Leon Black, in the Epstein probe.
The committee aims to uncover Epstein's connections and alleged federal investigation mismanagement.
Bill Gates acknowledged past ties to Epstein but says he did not commit wrongdoing.
Bill and Hillary Clinton testified last week that they had no knowledge of Epstein's crimes, fueling partisan tensions.

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Lutnick Testifies on Epstein

Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick will testify before the House Oversight Committee about his ties to Jeffrey Epstein.
A 2012 photograph shows him on Epstein's private island, contradicting his distancing claims.
Lutnick previously admitted a lunch visit with Epstein and acknowledged their interactions, despite denying further contact.
Oversight Chairman James Comer praised Lutnick's cooperation after calls for a subpoena.
President Donald Trump defended Lutnick, calling him "innocent."

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Historical Context

The 2019 investigation into Jeffrey Epstein's alleged sex trafficking revealed connections to high-profile individuals, including Bill Gates and Howard Lutnick. Epstein, who died in custody that year, had previously faced scrutiny for a lenient plea deal in 2008. The House Oversight Committee, led by James Comer, seeks to address accountability for powerful figures, reflecting ongoing partisan tensions and public demand for transparency.

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Comer Probes Epstein

The House Oversight and Government Reform Committee, chaired by James Comer, seeks testimony from seven individuals, including Bill Gates and Leon Black, in the Epstein probe.
The committee aims to uncover Epstein's connections and alleged federal investigation mismanagement.
Bill Gates acknowledged past ties to Epstein but says he did not commit wrongdoing.
Bill and Hillary Clinton testified last week that they had no knowledge of Epstein's crimes, fueling partisan tensions.

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