US billionaire Leon Black defies summons and sues Epstein panel
The lawsuit calls the House Oversight Committee's subpoenas, which ordered him to share nondisclosure agreements, "invalid".
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"This is no longer about finding the truth about Epstein. It is about trying to destroy Mr Black."
— Susan Estrich , Other
"By refusing to testify today, Leon Black is now defying two Congressional subpoenas."
— Robert Garcia , Politician
"It's a shame Leon Black is hiding behind litigation rather than provide answers to the American people."
— Jomes Comer , Politician
Key People
Former Russian model who had a relationship with Leon Black.
Chairman of the House Oversight Committee.
Co-founder of Apollo Global Management.
Robert Garcia is the lead Democrat on the congressional committee questioning Bill Gates.
Attorney representing Leon Black.
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The lawsuit calls the House Oversight Committee's subpoenas, which ordered him to share nondisclosure agreements, "invalid".
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