Former Apollo Global Management chief Leon Black, one of the nation’s wealthiest individuals, has filed a lawsuit against the House Oversight Committee to block a subpoena demanding his testimony about ties to the late sex‑trafficker Jeffrey Epstein. In the complaint, Black, 75, deems the request “invalid” and argues the committee’s investigation lacks a legitimate connection to his business affairs. The suit reflects growing pressure on Black, who has faced scrutiny over his past investments and alleged involvement in Epstein’s network, as lawmakers seek to clarify the extent of his knowledge and potential complicity. The outcome could set a precedent for how high‑profile figures respond to congressional inquiries into controversial associations.
WASHINGTON — One of America’s richest men sued the House Oversight Committee Thursday in a desperate bid to avoid testifying about his connection to late sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein. Leon Black, the 75-year-old former CEO of Apollo Global Management, called a subpoena for his testimony “invalid” and said the inquiry “bears no legitimate connection to...
