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Leon Black Epstein probe and House deposition
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FIRST ENTRY SEP 03
SEP 03 · Day 1
Leon Black fails to appear for House deposition, sues Oversight Committee over Epstein probe subpoena
Black has denied wrongdoing or knowledge of Epstein's crimes.
Black's attorney Susan Estrich said the committee is on a fishing expedition that oversteps its authority.
The House Oversight Committee issued subpoenas to Black in June after he refused to answer questions during a transcribed interview.
“The Committee is on a fishing expedition that oversteps its authority and completely ignores its responsibility. This is no longer about finding the truth about Epstein. It is about trying to destroy Mr Black. We were left with no choice but to file this lawsuit in response to an abuse of Congressional power.”
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SEP 03 · Day 1
Leon Black sues Epstein panel, defies summons
The subpoenas ordered Black to share NDAs and give an on-camera deposition under oath.
Black had a six-year affair with former Russian model Guzel Ganieva.
Black's attorney Susan Estrich said the investigation is "about trying to destroy Mr Black".