The recent release of investigation files related to Jeffrey Epstein has drawn significant attention due to the inclusion of Bill Gates' name, prompting reactions from his ex-wife, Melinda French Gates. According to Geo Business, Melinda French Gates has publicly addressed the situation, expressing the personal impact of these revelations. She stated on NPR's Wild Card podcast that the allegations have been 'painful' and emphasized that her ex-husband 'has to answer' for his connections to Epstein. The Guardian further reported that Melinda alluded to 'muck' in their marriage, suggesting deeper issues possibly linked to Gates' interactions with Epstein and other allegations, such as hiding a sexually transmitted disease.