House votes to hold Leon Black in contempt of Congress in Epstein probe
Also reported by BBC US, PBS NewsHour
Summary
The House of Representatives voted unanimously to hold billionaire Leon Black in contempt of Congress for not following subpoenas related to an investigation of Jeffrey Epstein. The case will now be sent to the Justice Department, which may decide to prosecute him.Key Facts
- The House voted with no opposition to hold Leon Black in contempt.
- This action is connected to an investigation into Jeffrey Epstein.
- Black defied subpoenas, which are official requests to provide evidence or appear for questioning.
- The House Oversight Committee earlier recommended this action with a 41-0 vote.
- The contempt vote was passed by unanimous consent, meaning no members objected.
- The case will be sent to the Justice Department for possible legal action.
- Jefferson Epstein was a convicted sex offender whose activities are under continued investigation.
- This story is ongoing and more updates may come.
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