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House Panel Votes to Hold Billionaire Investor Leon Black in Contempt

The House of Representatives has taken action regarding a high-profile congressional inquiry. Billionaire investor Leon Black has been held in contempt by a key congressional The House of Representatives has taken action regarding a high-profile congressional

inquiry. Billionaire investor Leon Black has been held in contempt by a key congressional panel. The measure comes after the businessman refused to cooperate with investigators. Specifically, Black declined to appear for a scheduled deposition. He also failed to turn

over requested documents to the committee. The panel is actively investigating the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Lawmakers leading the inquiry sought the records and testimony as part of their probe. The refusal to comply prompted the committee to

pursue contempt proceedings.

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