Billionaire Leon Black walks out of Epstein investigation hearing
Summary
Billionaire investor Leon Black testified before a U.S. congressional committee investigating Jeffrey Epstein but left the hearing after refusing to answer questions about nondisclosure agreements (NDAs). Black denies any wrongdoing related to Epstein and says he paid Epstein for legitimate financial services.Key Facts
- Leon Black voluntarily appeared before the House Oversight Committee investigating Jeffrey Epstein.
- He left the hearing after being asked about NDAs he may have signed related to Epstein.
- The committee issued subpoenas demanding Black share these NDAs and appear for a sworn deposition on camera.
- Black paid Epstein $158 million over several years for wealth management and tax advice.
- An independent law firm's investigation concluded the payments were for legitimate services.
- Black said he did not know about Epstein’s illegal activities until 2019.
- Black denies any sexual misconduct or involvement in trafficking.
- Black’s attorney called the subpoenas politically motivated and denied Epstein's involvement in NDAs.
- Court records mention a 2015 NDA between Black and a former partner amid abuse allegations, which Black denies.
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