Leon Black, the billionaire who started Apollo Global Management, paid $158 million to Jeffrey Epstein. He tells reporters he merely handled Epstein’s business side. On Tuesday he walked out of a House panel hearing after a tense interview. Lawmakers then forwarded subpoenas to get his records. Critics say he has blocked congressional attempts to investigate the payments.
The subpoenas arrive as House squads broaden their probe of Epstein’s network. Black’s lawyers contend the requests are unwarranted. The episode puts heightened scrutiny on the ex- chief as investigations press on.