<p>The House oversight committee voted unanimously on September 15, 2026, to recommend that the House of Representatives hold Leon Black, a billionaire financier, in contempt of Congress. This recommendation follows Black's refusal to comply with subpoenas seeking his testimony and nondisclosure agreements (NDAs) as part of the committee's investigation into Jeffrey Epstein. Black argues that the subpoenas are "invalid" and is pursuing legal action to block them.</p><p>Representative James Comer, chair of the committee, stated, "Subpoenas are not suggestions; they carry the force of law and require full compliance." He emphasized the importance of Black's testimony, noting that Black had a close personal relationship with Epstein during the time Epstein was involved in sex trafficking.</p>
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House Committee Recommends Contempt of Congress for Leon Black Over Epstein Inquiry
The House oversight committee has unanimously recommended that the House of Representatives hold financier Leon Black in contempt of Congress for failing to comply with subpoenas related to the investigation into Jeffrey Epstein. Black claims the subpoenas are invalid and is suing to block them, while committee chair James Comer highlighted the necessity of Black's testimony for the investigation.
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House committee recommends Leon Black be held in contempt of Congress over Epstein inquiry subpoenas
House Committee Recommends Contempt of Congress for Leon Black Over Epstein Inquiry