India, June 10 -- Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates appeared on Capitol Hill on Wednesday to respond to challenging inquiries in a private session regarding his association with the late pedophile Jeffrey Epstein.

Speaking to reporters before entering a House hearing room, Gates said, "I am glad to be here voluntarily," adding, "I hope my testimony is helpful to the important work of the committee to find justice for the victims."

Emails and photographs released by the Justice Department, along with comments from Gates' former spouse Melinda concerning Epstein's role in the breakdown of their 27-year marriage, have complicated the narrative the billionaire aimed to present as a philanthropist.

Currently, members of the House Oversight Co...