How outlets cover James Comer R · KY-1 · Jun 26, 2026
House Oversight Committee Subpoenas Leon Black in Epstein Inquiry
The House Oversight Committee subpoenaed Leon Black in its inquiry into his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein, and James Comer said it needed nondisclosure agreements. Center outlets highlight Black’s defense; right-leaning outlets emphasize the committee’s requests and his lawyer’s criticism.
Lead article · 104.5 WOKVCongress to hear from Leon Black about $158M in Epstein paymentsThe House Oversight Committee subpoenaed Leon Black in its inquiry into his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein; James Comer said the committee needed nondisclosure agreements for its investigation.
Center outlets foreground Black’s defense that the payments were for legitimate services and that he was unaware of Epstein’s criminal activity. Right-leaning outlets stress the committee’s pursuit of agreements and further testimony, alongside Black’s lawyer’s criticism of the subpoenas.
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Twincities reports Black’s claim that he paid Epstein for legitimate services and was unaware of his criminal activity until 2019.
- KXL (original publisher not identified) · Billionaire Leon Black defends $158M paid to Epstein: 'I knew Jekyll. I didn't know Hyde'ORIGINAL PUBLISHER NOT IDENTIFIED
- 104.5 WOKV (original publisher not identified) · Congress to hear from Leon Black about $158M in Epstein paymentsORIGINAL PUBLISHER NOT IDENTIFIED
How it looks for Comer, by side
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