In a letter addressed to Gates back on March 3, Republican Chairman James Comer of Kentucky wrote that the Justice Department's release of Epstein-related documents prompted renewed interest in the Microsoft co-founder.

Comer laid out what the committee was investigating, then quickly pivoted to Gates, requesting his presence in Washington, D.C.

Comer wrote that the committee's main focus is on potential "mismanagement of the federal government's investigation into Mr. Jeffrey Epstein and Ms. Ghislaine Maxwell," along with the circumstances surrounding Epstein's death, sex trafficking rings, and whether or not these two individuals used powerful contacts to shield themselves from legal consequences.

"Due to public reporting, documents released by the Department of Justice, and documents obtained by the Committee, the Committee believes you have information that will assist in its investigation," the Republican lawmaker stated. "Accordingly, we request your testimony at an in-person transcribed interview on May 19, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. ET in Washington, D.C."

He added, "The Committee on Oversight and Government Reform is the principal oversight committee of the U.S. House of Representatives and has broad authority to investigate 'any matter' at 'any time' under House Rule X.1 To schedule your appearance for the interview or ask related questions, please contact Committee on Oversight and Government Reform Majority staff."

CBS News confirmed that Gates will appear before the Oversight Committee for questioning on June 10, citing a "source familiar with the plans."

A representative for Gates added that he "welcomes the opportunity to appear before the Committee."

"While he never witnessed or participated in any of Epstein's illegal conduct, he is looking forward to answering all the committee's questions to support their important work," the representative said.

Gates, one of the world's wealthiest people with a net worth of over $100 billion, apologized back in February to Gates Foundation staff for his ties to Epstein.

"In retrospect, that was a dead end, and I've said many times, but I'll say again, I was foolish to spend time with him," he said. "I was one of many people who regret ever knowing him."

He claimed their relationship lasted from 2011 until 2014.

Gates, who has denied any wrongdoing, was cited in a 2013 document that appeared to be an email written by Epstein, which he sent to himself.