House committee recommends Leon Black be held in contempt of Congress over Epstein inquiry subpoenas
The House Oversight Committee unanimously voted to recommend that billionaire financier Leon Black be held in contempt of Congress for refusing to comply with subpoenas related to the Jeffrey Epstein investigation. Black has denied any knowledge of Epstein's criminal conduct and is currently suing to block the subpoenas, arguing they exceed the committee's authority. The committee chair stated that Black's testimony is crucial due to his close relationship with Epstein and significant financial transactions with him.
- ▪The House Oversight Committee passed a resolution 41-0 to recommend holding Leon Black in contempt of Congress.
- ▪Leon Black refused to appear for a deposition and failed to produce all requested nondisclosure agreements.
- ▪Black is suing to block the subpoenas, claiming they are invalid and exceed the committee's delegated authority.
- ▪Reports indicate Black paid Epstein $170 million for tax and estate planning services between 2013 and 2017.
- ▪Committee Chair James Comer stated that Black's testimony is crucial because he maintained a close personal relationship with Epstein during the time of the sex trafficking.
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Leon Black has denied any knowledge of Jeffrey Epstein’s criminal conduct. Photograph: Patrick T Fallon/Bloomberg via Getty ImagesView image in fullscreenLeon Black has denied any knowledge of Jeffrey Epstein’s criminal conduct. Photograph: Patrick T Fallon/Bloomberg via Getty ImagesHouse of RepresentativesHouse committee recommends Leon Black be held in contempt of Congress over Epstein inquiry subpoenasFinancier refused to comply with subpoenas seeking his testimony for the investigation into the late sex offenderAnna BettsTue 15 Sep 2026 17.50 EDTLast modified on Tue 15 Sep 2026 17.51 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleThe House oversight committee voted unanimously Tuesday to recommend that the House of Representatives hold Leon Black, the billionaire financier, in contempt of…
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