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US House holds billionaire Epstein associate Leon Black in contempt of Congress

The US House of Representatives on Wednesday held billionaire investor Leon Black in contempt of Congress for defying two subpoenas in its investigation into sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The measure passed by unanimous consent and will be referred to the Justice Department, which will decide whether to pursue criminal charges.

France 24

House panel votes unanimously to hold billionaire Leon Black in contempt over Epstein probe

The House Oversight Committee unanimously recommended holding billionaire Leon Black in contempt. He refused to comply with subpoenas seeking testimony and documents for the Epstein probe. Black has sued the committee, arguing the subpoenas exceed its authority. Lawmakers state his testimony is crucial for examining financial institutions' ties to Epstein.…

The Economic Times

House panel recommends contempt charge for billionaire Leon Black in Epstein probe

The House Oversight Committee has voted to recommend holding billionaire Leon Black in contempt of Congress in the investigation of Jeffrey Epstein

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Democrats Want Answers About Donald Trump Jr.'s Island Wedding Party Funded By Russian Oligarch

The ranking Democrat on the House Oversight Committee has launched an inquiry into Donald Trump Jr.'s May wedding celebration in the Bahamas after learning that the event was apparently bankrolled by a Russian oligarch with ties to Vladimir Putin.

International Business Times

Leon Black vs. the House Oversight Committee: What His Lawsuit Could Mean for Other Epstein Witnesses

Leon Black sued Congress instead of testifying on Epstein ties. See his claims — and why the payment totals reported don't match.

Latin Times

Billionaire Leon Black files lawsuit to block Jeffrey Epstein probe subpoenas

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The Independent UK

The Latest: Trump promises to campaign for Republicans despite sagging popularity

President Donald Trump urged Republican lawmakers facing tough reelection campaigns to run on his record in the White House despite his sagging popularity, and he pledged to campaign in all of the roughly three dozen contests that are likely to determine control of Congress

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House Republicans launch investigation into DEA tactic that allowed fentanyl to hit streets

Republicans on the House Oversight Committee have launched an investigation into a controversial DEA strategy that allowed large fentanyl shipments to reach the streets

The Independent UK

Bill Gates confronted over Epstein ‘blackmail’ claims during TV appearance

Gates has embarked on a public campaign to warn people about the dangers of AI but it’s been partly overshadowed by his recent revalations about his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein

The Independent UK

Republicans want to hold Fauci in contempt for invoking the Fifth. Can they do that?

Rand Paul wants the top doc to face ‘consequences’ for refusing to testify

The Independent UK

Rep. Garcia Grills Taylor Farms CEO Over Trump Ties Amid Cyclospora Lettuce Outbreak: 'Tried to Distance Themselves...'

Rep. Robert Garcia (D-Calif.), on the House Oversight Committee, is investigating whether Taylor Farms used its White House connections to influence the federal response to a nationwide cyclospora outbreak linked to its recalled lettuce.

Benzinga

Lawmaker Demands Barron Trump Be Subpoenaed Over 'Extensive Communications' With Andrew Tate Following Arrest

A congressional request seeks Barron Trump's testimony regarding his alleged connections with Andrew Tate, amid concerns of political interference in the Tate brothers' legal cases.

International Business Times UK

House Democrat wants Barron Trump to testify about ‘political interference’ in Andrew and Tristan Tate extradition

Rep. Yassamin Ansari is seeking government records and communications surrounding the ‘manosphere’ influencers facing sexual abuse and trafficking allegations

The Independent UK

Lawmakers say they don’t buy testimony from Goldman Sachs lawyer who called Epstein ‘Uncle Jeffrey’

Kathryn Ruemmler is the 18th person to testify as part of the House Oversight Committee’s Epstein investigation

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The Epstein investigation is about to reach Obama’s inner circle

Kathryn Ruemmler is the latest prominent figure called before the House Oversight Committee as lawmakers investigate the network of powerful people connected with Epstein

International Business Times UK

Warren Buffett Suddenly Paused His Billion-Dollar Gifts to Bill Gates: The Reason is Epstein

Warren Buffett has paused his annual billion-dollar gift to the Gates Foundation for the first time in two decades, pending an Epstein review.

International Business Times UK

'A Grave Error': Bill Gates Names Russian Women In Epstein Blackmail Plot During Scathing House Testimony

Bill Gates has named two Russian women with whom he had affairs in sworn testimony to the US House Oversight Committee.

The Independent UK

Algae removing devices were not working correctly as Trump boasted about Reflecting Pool renovations, docs show

Workers also determined that cuts in the pool were unrelated to the blue coating that has been peeling

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Bill Gates says Jeffrey Epstein sought to blackmail him over extramarital affairs

Bill Gates revealed to US lawmakers that Jeffrey Epstein appeared to be contemplating blackmail over his extramarital affairs, citing "veiled" threats and draft emails. Gates, testifying before the House Oversight Committee, stated he was never blackmailed but acknowledged Epstein explored using personal information to maintain influence. He expressed regret over…

International Business Times UK

'I Wish We Had Never Met': Bill Gates Breaks Down in Tears Before Congress Over Extortion and Epstein Ties

Bill Gates's testimony before the House Oversight Committee revisits allegations of Epstein's influence, personal misconduct, and its impact on Gates's reputation and marriage, highlighting ongoing scrutiny.

International Business Times UK

Bill Gates Names Russian Bridge Player and Nuclear Physicist in Testimony as Transcripts Drop From House Probe

Bill Gates told the House Oversight Committee he had affairs with a Russian bridge player and nuclear physicist, and named his former science adviser as the likely tipster to Epstein.

The Mary Sue

Democrats Are Forcing a Showdown With J.D. Vance Over His Private Situation Room Strategy Regarding the Epstein Files

The Epstein files have become a symbol of the administration’s struggles with transparency and internal division.

The Mary Sue

Under Oath, Bill Gates Reveals the Specific Leverage Jeffrey Epstein Held Over His Marriage

Gates has consistently been vocal about his regrets, but the damage is already done.

International Business Times UK

'A Grave Error in Judgment': Bill Gates Claims His Relationship With Jeffrey Epstein Was Purely Professional

Bill Gates testified against Jeffrey Epstein, admitting a grave error in judgment by associating with him. Gates emphasised their relationship was professional, with no financial transactions involved.

France 24

Bill Gates calls Epstein meetings ‘grave error’ while defending actions in House testimony

Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates on Wednesday said he made a “grave error in judgment” by meeting Jeffrey Epstein but denied any wrongdoing, as he faced hours of questioning before the US House Oversight Committee about his ties to the disgraced financier. Gates said he should never have met Epstein and…

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