Leon Black defies subpoena to testify in Epstein inquiry and sues House panel

NPR News Thursday 03 September 2026, 22:19 UTC By Bill Chappell 1 min read

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The billionaire investor is under two subpoenas from the House Oversight Committee. But in his lawsuit, Black says the panel doesn't have the authority to compel him to share nondisclosure agreements.(Image credit: Kevin Dietsch)

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