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      "title": "House panel probing Epstein asked Leon Black about birthday book and their friendship - CBS News",
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      "title": "Leon Black walked out of an Epstein House committee interview. Here's what we know - PBS",
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      "summary": "Former Obama counsel ‘not completely truthful’ in Epstein testimony, Democrats say The Guardian",
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      "title": "Goldman Sachs’ former top lawyer tells House Epstein was a ‘masterful liar’ who used her to bolster his standing - CNBC",
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      "summary": "Goldman Sachs’ former top lawyer tells House Epstein was a ‘masterful liar’ who used her to bolster his standing CNBC",
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      "summary": "WATCH: Todd Blanche testifies in confirmation hearing for attorney general PBS",
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