Buffett omits gift to Gates' foundation after Epstein ties disclosed
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- #Jeffrey Epstein
- #Warren Buffett
- #Bill Gates
- Warren Buffett omitted the Bill Gates Foundation from his 2024 annual donations following disclosures about Gates' ties to Jeffrey Epstein.
- Buffett donated approximately $6 billion to four family foundations, with the Susan Thompson Buffett Foundation receiving $4.5 billion.
- Buffett announced a plan to donate all remaining Berkshire Hathaway stock (worth over $140 billion) to charity by December 31, 2034.
- The Gates Foundation expressed gratitude for Buffett's past support, noting his gifts totaled over $47 billion.
- Buffett and Gates, once close friends, have not spoken for months since the Epstein files were released.
- Gates denies knowledge of Epstein's crimes and stated meetings were for potential charitable fundraising.
- Buffett is amazed by how many wealthy and powerful people were involved in the Epstein scandal.
- Buffett stepped down as Berkshire CEO in January 2024 but remains chairman and largest shareholder.