US billionaire Leon Black defies summons and sues Epstein panel
Billionaire Leon Black is suing the House Oversight Committee, challenging the validity of subpoenas that demanded he provide nondisclosure agreements. The committee's request stems from Black's appearance in documents related to Jeffrey Epstein, released by the US Justice Department.
The story so far
- Sep 2
- Sep 3
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Open questions and key claims
Black's attorney stated the committee is on a 'fishing expedition' and trying to 'destroy Mr. Black,' not find the truth about Epstein.
Rep. Robert Garcia called for Leon Black to be held in contempt for defying congressional subpoenas.
Black's lawyers claim the committee is on a "fishing expedition" and attempting to "destroy Mr Black" rather than find the truth about Epstein.
James Comer, chair of the committee, stated it's a shame Black is "hiding behind litigation rather than provide answers to the American people."
Black's lawyer called the panel's investigation “a fishing expedition that oversteps its authority and completely ignores its responsibility”.
Representative Robert Garcia called on Congress to hold Black in contempt of Congress “immediately”.
More than a dozen survivors of Jeffrey Epstein’s abuse urged billionaire Leon Black to appear before the House oversight committee.
Leon Black had a six-year affair with Guzel Ganieva, which ended in allegations of abuse.
Who and where
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