Leon Black, the billionaire who launched Apollo Global Management, paid $158 million to Jeffrey Epstein. He tells reporters he only handled Epstein’s business side. On Tuesday he walked out of a House committee hearing after a tense interview. Lawmakers then sent subpoenas to get his records. Critics say he has blocked congressional attempts to investigate the payments.
The subpoenas arrive as House panels broaden their probe of Epstein’s network. Black’s lawyers contend the requests are unwarranted. The episode puts greater pressure on the former chief as investigations move forward.