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Billionaire Leon Black expected to testify Friday before House Epstein panel

Billionaire Leon Black expected to testify Friday before House Epstein panel

Summary

Billionaire Leon Black is scheduled to testify before a U.S. House committee investigating Jeffrey Epstein. Black has paid Epstein about $170 million for tax and estate advice, but questions remain about the payments and their relationship.

Key Facts

  • Leon Black paid Jeffrey Epstein around $170 million between 2012 and 2017.
  • Payments were reportedly for tax advice and estate planning.
  • Senator Ron Wyden has asked the House Oversight Committee to question Black about these payments.
  • Black’s attorneys say there is no credible evidence he knew about Epstein’s crimes.
  • An internal investigation found Black believed Epstein was talented and saved him money.
  • Emails show Epstein helped Black with personal matters, including a secret agreement involving a former Russian model.
  • Epstein suggested using former law enforcement officers to deliver messages related to that agreement.
  • Black is one of several wealthy individuals testifying before the House Oversight Committee about Epstein.
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