US EditionWarren Buffett says he has not spoken with Bill Gates since Epstein files revelations
Buffett said he has avoided contact with Gates to prevent involvement in investigations related to Epstein and emphasized he never met Epstein, per a CNBC interview.
- On Tuesday, investor Warren Buffett told CNBC he has not spoken to Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates since Jeffrey Epstein disclosures became public, stepping back from their long friendship until the situation is clarified.
- The Justice Department released more than 3 million pages of documents detailing meetings between Gates and Epstein. Buffett explained he is distancing himself to avoid being placed under oath or called as a witness.
- Buffett called Epstein a 'highly manipulative figure' who exploited weaknesses and expressed relief at never meeting him, emphasizing that limiting contact is prudent while the investigation remains ongoing.
- Gates reportedly apologized to Gates Foundation staff for his ties to Epstein, calling the relationship 'a huge mistake,' while Buffett maintained his support for the Foundation's work.
- Scrutiny of associations between Epstein and prominent figures continues to grow, affecting high-profile relationships. While Buffett remains committed to the Foundation, he has not decided the fate of his next donation scheduled for June.
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Buffett says he doesn’t regret his donations to the Gates Foundation despite Epstein scandal
Warren Buffett said he doesn’t regret the billions he donated to the Gates Foundation despite revelations of the close ties between Bill Gates and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, but that he is no longer talking to his close friend Gates.
Warren Buffett’s surprising revelation about his relationship with Bill Gates since Epstein scandal came to light
Warren Buffett revealed Tuesday that he has not spoken with Bill Gates “since the whole thing” with Jeffrey Epstein – after the Microsoft founder faced heated public fallout over his links to the late convicted pedophile.
Buffett Distances Himself From Gates Over Epstein Fallout
Investor Warren Buffett said he has not spoken to Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates since revelations linked to the Jeffrey Epstein files became public. In an interview with CNBC, Buffett said he chose to distance himself to avoid being drawn into legal proceedings or potential testimony. Buffett acknowledged his long friendship
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