Bill Gates Named Again in Epstein Files Over Alleged STD Cover-Up... Former Spouse Says "It Breaks My Heart"

Melinda: "Unbelievably sad"
"Everyone mentioned must answer the questions"

The name of Microsoft founder Bill Gates appears in sex offender Jeffrey Epstein's investigation documents released by the U.S. Department of Justice, the so-called "Epstein Files." Melinda French Gates, the former wife of Gates, said she felt "unbelievably sad" as she shared her feelings.

In an interview with U.S. broadcaster National Public Radio (NPR) on the 3rd (local time), Gates said, "I felt I had to step away from the framework of marriage, and I wanted to end it."

Gates Melinda French, the former wife of Microsoft founder Gates Bill. Photo by NPR

She went on to say, "Every time details about that case (the Epstein Files) are made public, it is incredibly difficult for me personally," but added, "The remaining questions are for the people involved (in the Epstein Files) and my husband to answer. I am truly happy to be away from that horrific case."

Gates stressed, "No woman should ever be put in a situation like the one created by Epstein and the people around him," adding, "I also remember when my daughters and I were that age. It makes my heart break."

Earlier, on January 30, the U.S. Department of Justice released additional portions of the Epstein Files. The documents mention Gates's name multiple times. In one email, Epstein claimed that after Gates had sexual relations with a Russian woman, he contracted a sexually transmitted disease and asked Epstein for help, including antibiotics.

In response to these allegations, a spokesperson for Gates issued a statement calling them "ridiculous and completely false," and said, "Epstein was frustrated that his relationship with Gates had ended, and he tried to entrap him and destroy his reputation."

Meanwhile, Epstein died in 2019 while under investigation after being arrested and indicted on charges of sexually assaulting dozens of underage victims. His accomplice Ghislaine Maxwell, who helped facilitate his crimes, was convicted. Epstein was known to have associated not only with Gates, but also with high-profile figures from various circles, including former British Prince Andrew, which had already sparked controversy.

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