dailyloe.com – Warren Buffett stated Tuesday he has not spoken to Bill Gates since documents detailing Gates’s association with Jeffrey Epstein were made public. The Berkshire Hathaway chairman made these comments during a CNBC interview, marking his first public remarks on the matter. He expressed a deliberate avoidance of contact to prevent potential legal complications.
Buffett specifically cited not wanting to be in a position where he could be called as a witness. His relationship with Gates includes co-founding The Giving Pledge and donating over $43 billion to the Gates Foundation since 2006. Despite this history, Buffett indicated communication would remain paused until the situation is resolved.
Bill Gates’s friendship with Epstein began in 2011, years after Epstein’s 2008 guilty plea for soliciting a minor. Emails and photos documenting their association have been released by the Department of Justice and Congress since late 2025. Gates previously apologized to his foundation’s staff for the Epstein connection.
In February, Gates also admitted to having affairs with two Russian women, which Epstein reportedly learned about. He maintained he did nothing and saw nothing illicit during his interactions with the convicted sex offender. These revelations have created significant reputational fallout.
When asked if they remained friends, Buffett spoke fondly of their past philanthropic partnership. However, he emphasized that ongoing silence was prudent until the scandal is cleared up. Buffett reiterated his desire to avoid being placed under oath regarding the matter.
The unfolding documents continue to impact the relationships of high-profile individuals linked to Epstein. Buffett’s cautious stance highlights the legal and personal ramifications for those in Epstein’s orbit. This scandal remains a focal point in ongoing investigations into elite networks.[]
Source: CNBC
