US billionaire Leon Black defies summons and sues Epstein panel
Summary
Billionaire Leon Black refused to appear before a US House committee investigating Jeffrey Epstein and instead sued to challenge the committee’s subpoenas. Black argues the subpoenas are invalid and that revealing certain documents would harm women who want privacy.Key Facts
- Leon Black did not respond to subpoenas from the House Oversight Committee related to Jeffrey Epstein.
- Black filed a federal lawsuit claiming the subpoenas have no valid purpose and violate privacy agreements.
- He previously left a committee hearing in June when asked about nondisclosure agreements (NDAs) linked to Epstein.
- Black says he hired Epstein for wealth management and paid him $158 million for legitimate services.
- The committee may hold Black in contempt of Congress, which could lead to prosecution.
- Black denies any wrongdoing related to Epstein and says he only learned about Epstein’s crimes after they were made public.
- He faced allegations from a former partner who claimed abuse, but her lawsuit was dismissed due to a signed NDA and settlements.
- Black left his investment firm, Apollo Global Management, in 2021, citing stress from media attention around Epstein ties.
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