Leon Black defies subpoena to testify in Epstein inquiry and sues House panel
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NPR reported that Leon Black did not appear for his September 3, 2026 deposition and sued the House Oversight Committee and its chairman to block subpoenas. Black argued the demands exceeded a legitimate legislative purpose and sought private nondisclosure agreements; committee leaders discussed contempt.
Opening paragraphs and description of lawsuitLeon Black skips Epstein deposition and sues House panel to block subpoenas · Civil challenge filed; contempt discussed, not adjudicated