Leon Black Epstein inquiry and contempt proceedings
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House votes to hold Leon Black in contempt of Congress over Epstein subpoenas
Black has not been charged with any wrongdoing in connection with his dealings with Epstein.
Black gave the committee one NDA, which his lawyers said was the only one that Epstein knew about, but withheld others.
Black paid Epstein a total of $158 million for tax and estate planning advice from 2012 through 2017, according to Apollo's disclosure.
House votes to hold Leon Black in contempt of Congress in Epstein probe
A DOJ spokesperson said Pirro will not hesitate to pursue additional cases where the evidence supports.
The House of Representatives unanimously adopted a resolution to hold Leon Black in contempt of Congress.
The House Oversight Committee voted 41-0 to hold Black in contempt a day before the House vote.
US House votes to hold billionaire Leon Black in contempt
The US House of Representatives voted to hold Leon Black in contempt of Congress.
Congressman Robert Garcia called the contempt vote an important step towards justice and accountability.
Leon Black has denied any wrongdoing regarding his dealings with Epstein.
House panel recommends Leon Black be held in contempt over Epstein inquiry
Rep. Robert Garcia said holding Leon Black in contempt of Congress is a critical step in the fight for justice for survivors of Jeffrey Epstein.
Comer said he expects a floor vote on the contempt resolution before lawmakers leave Thursday to campaign for the midterms.
Leon Black defied two subpoenas from the House Oversight Committee, one demanding he appear for a deposition and another demanding he turn over documents.