'Painful times in my marriage' - Melinda French Gates reacts to ex-husband in Epstein files

Melinda French Gates has publicly addressed the resurfacing of her ex-husband Bill Gates's association with Jeffrey Epstein, stating it brought back "painful times" in their marriage. Her comments follow the release of documents containing allegations by Epstein, including a claim that Bill Gates contracted a sexually transmitted disease, which a spokesperson for Bill Gates has denied as "absolutely absurd and completely false." Melinda French Gates emphasized that those named in the records, including her ex-husband, need to answer the questions raised. The couple divorced in 2021, and reports suggest Melinda French Gates was previously troubled by Bill Gates's relationship with Epstein. The released documents include emails purportedly drafted by Epstein containing further accusations against Bill Gates, though their authenticity and whether they were sent are unconfirmed.

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