Leon Black, the billionaire who started 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 panel hearing after a tense interview. Lawmakers then issued subpoenas to get his records. Critics say he has stalled 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 increased pressure on the ex- chief as investigations move forward.