United States — United States Department of Justice & Gates Foundation

United States — United States Department of Justice: The United States — United States Department of Justice is under scrutiny for its handling of the Jeffrey Epstein case, including plea deals, the release of documents, and failures to combat sex trafficking. The committee's investigation aims to uncover any mismanagement or cover-ups.

Gates Foundation: The Gates Foundation is impacted by the controversy surrounding its co-founder, Bill Gates, and his association with Jeffrey Epstein. The foundation has launched an external review into its engagement with Epstein and its vetting policies, aiming to mitigate reputational damage.

United States — United States Department of Justice: Released files in February 2026 detailing Bill Gates' interactions with Jeffrey Epstein, which contributed to the scrutiny leading to Buffett's decision.

Gates Foundation: The foundation lost its largest donor, Warren Buffett, who had contributed over $47 billion. It is undergoing a review of its ties to Epstein and faces reputational challenges, but remains financially strong due to Gates' pledge.

United States — United States Department of Justice: The DOJ released documents from the Epstein probe that included Gates' name; it is the prosecuting authority in Epstein's case.

Gates Foundation: The foundation commissioned the review and is the subject of the report; it faces reputational risk but no legal findings against it.

Gates Foundation: The Gates Foundation is the philanthropic organization where Bill Gates addressed staff about his association with Jeffrey Epstein and expressed regret over its impact on the foundation's work.