US House holds billionaire Leon Black in contempt over Epstein probe
The US House of Representatives held billionaire investor Leon Black in contempt of Congress on Wednesday. This action was taken because Black defied subpoenas issued as part of the House's investigation into Jeffrey Epstein. The resolution was adopted by unanimous consent.
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Open questions and key claims
Rep. James Comer stated Black's testimony is crucial due to his close relationship with Epstein during the time of sex trafficking.
Survivors of Jeffrey Epstein's abuse praised the House oversight committee for recommending Leon Black be held in contempt.
Black's attorneys described the subpoenas as 'illegitimate, illegal and a textbook abuse of power'.
Lawyers for Black called the contempt move 'outrageous' and an 'outrageous action that ignores the facts and the truth'.
Rep. James Comer stated, 'No-one is above the law. We will continue to seek transparency for the American people and justice for survivors.'
US House of Representatives held billionaire investor Leon Black in contempt of Congress for defying subpoenas.
The contempt resolution was adopted by unanimous consent, without a recorded vote.
US House of Representatives voted to hold billionaire Leon Black in contempt of Congress.
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