Bill Gates has hired Jake Greenberg, a veteran congressional investigator who previously served as the House Oversight Committee's top counsel on probes, to help navigate questions about his ties to Jeffrey Epstein.
Greenberg spent years at the center of high-stakes congressional investigations in his role leading the Oversight Committee's investigative work. His appointment signals Gates is preparing for potential testimony or inquiries related to his past association with the convicted financier.
The Microsoft co-founder has faced mounting scrutiny over his relationship with Epstein, which spanned years before the financier's arrest and conviction on sex trafficking charges. Gates has previously acknowledged meeting with Epstein but has stated the relationship was not personal.
Bringing on Greenberg, who understands the mechanics of congressional oversight and has navigated complex investigations from the inside, reflects Gates' effort to build a seasoned legal and advisory team. Greenberg's background in House investigative counsel positions him to advise on what questions might arise and how to frame responses.
Gates has already cooperated with various inquiries into his foundation work and personal conduct. The addition of Greenberg suggests the billionaire is bracing for more formal or public proceedings that could require detailed testimony.
The move comes as congressional Republicans have signaled renewed interest in examining the financial dealings and personal relationships of prominent figures connected to Epstein. Gates' team has not publicly detailed the scope of Greenberg's advisory role.
Author Sarah Mitchell: "Hiring a top House investigator isn't defensive posturing, it's standard prep for someone expecting congressional heat."
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