Leon Black sues House Oversight Committee, refuses deposition over Epstein probe subpoenas
Billionaire Apollo Global Management co-founder Leon Black has filed a lawsuit against the U.S. House Oversight Committee, challenging subpoenas for nondisclosure agreements related to his ties to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Black is refusing to appear for a scheduled deposition, arguing the subpoenas exceed the committee’s authority. The committee is investigating the $158 million in fees Black paid Epstein and broader connections to the disgraced financier.
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Leon Black sues House Oversight Committee over its Epstein investigation
Leon Black, a former client of Jeffrey Epstein who paid the deceased financier $158 million for tax and estate planning services, has filed a lawsuit against the House Oversight Committee. The lawsuit challenges the committee's investigation into Epstein's activities and connections. Black, a billionaire and co-founder of private equity firm Apollo Global Management, seeks to block or limit the committee's demands for information related to his dealings with Epstein. The legal action marks a significant escalation in the ongoing scrutiny of Epstein's associates and the committee's probe into his network. The suit raises questions about the scope of congressional oversight and the privacy rights of individuals under investigation.
Billionaire Leon Black sues House committee over subpoena in Epstein probe
Billionaire investor Leon Black, who has extensive financial ties to Jeffrey Epstein, has filed a lawsuit against a House committee to block subpoenas demanding his testimony. Black had voluntarily appeared for a closed-door interview on June 26, during which lawmakers issued subpoenas related to two nondisclosure agreements with women and ordered him to return for a videotaped deposition on September 3. Instead of appearing, Black's legal team filed a 28-page complaint arguing the subpoena was unjustifiably sweeping and intrusive. The lawsuit comes after outgoing Representative Thomas Massie named Black as one of 14 co-conspirators and perpetrators of Epstein's crimes that the Justice Department should investigate. Black co-founded Apollo Global Management and was ousted in 2021 after an internal review revealed over $150 million in payments to Epstein for financial advice. Additionally, Black faces a third rape lawsuit from a woman who alleges he raped her when she was 16 at Epstein's Manhattan townhouse; the victim reportedly has autism and a rare form of Down syndrome.
Leon Black Sues House Committee to Block Subpoenas in Epstein Probe
Leon Black, the co-founder of Apollo Global Management, has filed a lawsuit against the House committee investigating Jeffrey Epstein. The legal action seeks to block subpoenas issued to Black after he voluntarily appeared for an interview with the committee. The lawsuit challenges the committee's authority to compel further testimony and document production from Black, who has previously cooperated with the investigation. The move escalates a legal battle between the private equity billionaire and congressional investigators looking into Epstein's network and financial dealings. Black has maintained that his interactions with Epstein were limited and appropriate, while the committee argues that his testimony and records are necessary to understand the full scope of Epstein's activities and connections.
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Leon Black sues House Oversight Committee over Epstein probe, refuses to turn over NDAs
Leon Black, the billionaire co-founder of Apollo Global Management, is suing the House Oversight Committee, which is investigating his ties to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Black is refusing to turn over some nondisclosure agreements, arguing that the committee and its chair have overstepped their authority. The lawsuit marks an escalation in the ongoing probe into Black's financial and personal connections with Epstein, who died in 2019 while awaiting trial on federal sex trafficking charges. Black has previously acknowledged having financial dealings with Epstein but has denied any knowledge of Epstein's criminal activities. The House Oversight Committee has been seeking documents and testimony as part of its investigation into Epstein's network and enablers.
Billionaire Leon Black sues Congress over subpoena in Epstein investigation
Billionaire investor Leon Black has filed a lawsuit against the House Oversight Committee, seeking to block subpoenas issued as part of the committee's investigation into his ties to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Black refused to testify under oath on Thursday, instead taking legal action to invalidate the subpoenas, which he claims exceed the committee's authority and demand private information unrelated to any legitimate legislative purpose. His attorney accused the committee of a 'fishing expedition' aimed at destroying Black. The committee's top Democrat, Robert Garcia, called for contempt of Congress proceedings. Black, co-founder of Apollo Global Management, resigned in 2021 amid controversy over his Epstein relationship. He is one of several prominent figures, including Bill Clinton and Bill Gates, mentioned in Justice Department files related to Epstein. Black maintains he was unaware of Epstein's 'evil activities' until 2019 and paid him for legitimate consulting services.
Leon Black sues House Oversight over Epstein probe subpoenas, will skip Thursday appearance
Leon Black, the billionaire co-founder of Apollo Global Management, has filed a lawsuit against the U.S. House Oversight Committee challenging subpoenas issued as part of the committee's investigation into the late financier Jeffrey Epstein. The lawsuit seeks to block the subpoenas, and Black has stated he will not appear for a scheduled deposition on Thursday. The House Oversight Committee has been probing Epstein's network and his connections to powerful figures, including Black. Black has previously acknowledged having financial dealings with Epstein but has denied any involvement in Epstein's criminal activities. The legal action escalates the conflict between the committee and Black, who argues the subpoenas are overly broad and infringe on his rights. The outcome of this lawsuit could set a precedent for congressional investigative powers regarding private individuals linked to Epstein.
Leon Black sues House Oversight over Epstein probe subpoenas, refuses to appear
Former Apollo Global Management CEO Leon Black has filed a lawsuit against the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee seeking to block two subpoenas for nondisclosure agreements (NDAs) related to the committee's investigation into his ties to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Black was scheduled to appear before the committee on Thursday but is refusing to do so, according to his attorneys. The lawsuit, filed in U.S. District Court in Washington, argues the subpoenas exceed the committee's authority and have no legitimate connection to its legislative purpose. Black's lawyers contend the NDAs sought are unrelated to his dealings with Epstein and would expose women who value their privacy. Representative Robert Garcia, the ranking Democrat on the panel, called for Black to be held in contempt, noting Black gave Epstein over $180 million over six years and has been accused of sexual assault by multiple women. Black previously refused to answer questions during a closed-door appearance in June.
Leon Black refuses House Oversight subpoena over nondisclosure agreements with women
Billionaire Leon Black will not appear before the House Oversight Committee, asserting that the committee lacks the authority to compel him to turn over nondisclosure agreements (NDAs) he has with women. The claim, reported exclusively by the Wall Street Journal, centers on Black's refusal to comply with a subpoena or request for documents related to these NDAs. The House Oversight Committee is investigating matters likely tied to Black's business dealings and personal conduct. Black's legal team argues that the NDAs are private contracts and not subject to congressional subpoena power. This development marks a significant escalation in the ongoing dispute between the private equity mogul and the congressional investigative body. The outcome could set a precedent regarding the limits of congressional oversight over private agreements.
Leon Black Sues House Committee Over Subpoena for Epstein-Related NDAs
Billionaire Leon Black has filed a lawsuit against a House committee, arguing that the panel lacks the legal authority to compel him to turn over nondisclosure agreements he signed with women. The dispute stems from the committee's investigation into connections between Black and the late financier Jeffrey Epstein. Black, a co-founder of the private equity firm Apollo Global Management, claims the subpoena violates his rights and oversteps the committee's jurisdiction. The case highlights ongoing legal battles over the scope of congressional investigative powers and the handling of sensitive personal documents. The Wall Street Journal reports that the lawsuit challenges the committee's demand for NDAs, which Black argues are private and protected. This legal action adds a new dimension to the broader scrutiny of Epstein's associates and the financial elite's ties to the disgraced figure.
Apollo co-founder Leon Black to be deposed by House Committee over Epstein fees
Apollo Global Management co-founder Leon Black is scheduled to be deposed on Thursday by a U.S. House Committee regarding the $158 million in fees he paid to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The deposition stems from an investigation into the financial relationship between Black and Epstein, who was convicted on sex trafficking charges. The quote 'Leon, you hired me to produce a work of art. It was not inexpensive' is attributed to Epstein in connection with the fees. The House Committee is seeking to understand the nature and scope of the payments, which have raised questions about Black's dealings with Epstein. Black has previously acknowledged hiring Epstein for tax and estate planning services but has faced scrutiny over the large sums involved. The deposition marks a significant development in the ongoing congressional probe into Epstein's financial network and his associations with prominent figures.