Billionaire Leon Black has filed a defamation lawsuit against Rep. Robert Garcia, alleging that Garcia made false statements about Black's ties to Jeffrey Epstein. The lawsuit, which seeks over $7 million in damages, claims that Garcia's remarks have resulted in threats against Black. Black has previously testified about his financial relationship with Epstein and is currently facing contempt charges from the House oversight committee for not complying with subpoenas.
Key facts
- Leon Black filed a lawsuit against Rep. Robert Garcia on November 5, 2026.
- The lawsuit alleges defamation regarding Epstein-related comments made by Garcia.
- Black seeks over $7 million in damages in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York.
- He claims Garcia's statements led to threats and required him to hire private security.
- Black has been subpoenaed by the House oversight committee regarding his ties to Epstein.
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