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Warren Buffett ends $48B Gates Foundation ties over Epstein concerns

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Warren Buffett has ended his decades-long philanthropic relationship with the Gates Foundation, donating approximately $48 billion over 20 years. This decision appears linked to concerns over the foundation's past dealings with Jeffrey Epstein, which Buffett described as "distasteful." An external review commissioned by the Gates Foundation found that Bill Gates and foundation employees met with Epstein multiple times between 2011 and 2014, despite internal concerns about his reputation. While the review found no evidence of the foundation paying Epstein or participating in his criminal activities, it highlighted discussions about a proposed donor-advised fund and the International Peace Institute. Gates Foundation CEO Mark Suzman stated the organization is implementing actions to strengthen vetting and risk management. AI

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Warren Buffett ends $48B Gates Foundation ties over Epstein concerns

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    Warren Buffett called Bill Gates’ Epstein ties ‘distasteful’ and pulled out of the Gates Foundation. Days later, a review revealed 30 meetings

    The Gates Foundation met with Jeffrey Epstein about 30 times, an external review found, even as staff raised concerns.

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