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Leon Black is an American businessman and investor who co-founded the private equity firm Apollo Global Management. He has been a prominent figure in the financial industry. Jeffrey Epstein, on the other hand, was a financier and convicted sex offender who was known for his associations with numerous high-profile individuals, including politicians, celebrities, and business leaders.

The history between Leon Black and Jeffrey Epstein is primarily centered around their business and personal connections. Black and Epstein became acquainted in the late 1990s through their involvement in philanthropic and business circles. They both had connections to Harvard University and its financial and academic networks.

Black's ties to Epstein included financial transactions, personal loans, and Epstein's involvement in managing some of Black's personal finances.One of the most significant points of contention was Black's relationship with Epstein after Epstein's 2008 conviction for soliciting prostitution from a minor. Despite Epstein's conviction, Black maintained a relationship with him, including financial transactions.

This relationship became public knowledge and raised questions about Black's judgment and decision-making, considering Epstein's criminal history.In January 2021, Leon Black announced that he would step down as CEO of Apollo Global Management amid increased scrutiny over his relationship with Epstein.

An internal review by Apollo's board found that Black had paid Epstein over $150 million for various services and advice, including tax and estate planning. Black stated that he deeply regretted his involvement with Epstein and acknowledged the mistake in judgment.


As the story continued to evolve, even more disturbing allegations were brought against Leon Black, including that he took part in the abuse of some of Jeffrey Epstein's victims.

In this episode, we get an update on an ongoing legal case between Leon Black and one of his accusers, a woman who is also afflicted with mosaic down syndrome.



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Leon Black's Down syndrome rape accuser says he sent private investigators to her house and to her parents' home after she filed lawsuit | Daily Mail Online

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