The Vault: The Epstein Files Court Mandates Leon Black Deposition in Jeffrey Epstein–Linked Bank of America Case (3/13/26)
Mar 13, 2026
A federal judge ordered billionaire Leon Black to give sworn testimony in a major civil suit tied to Jeffrey Epstein. The case probes massive payments to Epstein and whether Bank of America ignored suspicious activity. The scheduled eight-hour deposition, its brief delay, and potential settlement maneuvering are discussed. The episode examines how financial networks and legal strategies intersect in high-stakes litigation.
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Wealth And Connections Shielded Leon Black
- Leon Black has long avoided scrutiny due to wealth and powerful connections, which kept him largely insulated from Epstein investigations.
- Bobby Capucci highlights Black's insider status with Epstein and longstanding allegations of both financial ties and direct abuse.
Judge Orders Eight Hour Deposition For Black
- Judge Jed Rakoff ordered Leon Black to give sworn deposition testimony in the Bank of America suit, allocating eight hours total.
- The session splits five hours for victims' lawyers and three hours for Bank of America counsel, increasing exposure.
Black's $62M Payout To USVI As Precedent
- Bobby recounts Black's history of using wealth to avoid consequences, citing a $62 million payment to the U.S. Virgin Islands.
- He frames that payout as an example of how the rich can 'buy their way out' of scrutiny.