Leon Black fails to appear for US House deposition about Epstein ties
Summary
Billionaire Leon Black did not attend a House committee deposition about his connections to Jeffrey Epstein. Instead, he filed a lawsuit claiming the committee cannot force him to share certain secret agreements. The committee is investigating Black’s relationship with Epstein and possible non-disclosure agreements.Key Facts
- Leon Black was a longtime client of Jeffrey Epstein.
- The House oversight committee is investigating their relationship and any secret deals Epstein helped Black create.
- Black has denied wrongdoing and expressed regret over his dealings with Epstein.
- Black’s lawyers say the committee is abusing its power and want the court to stop the subpoenas.
- Democratic Rep. Robert Garcia called for Black to be held in contempt for ignoring subpoenas.
- Black previously refused to answer questions about secret agreements during a June interview.
- James Comer, committee chair, said Black’s decision means he will be absent at the deposition and said they will decide next steps.
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