"As the head of the world's largest private equity firm, he is often the face of the industry's controversies, including accusations of asset stripping, causing layoffs, and reducing competition."

Source: Financial Press

"Blackstone became the largest owner of single-family homes in the U.S. after the 2008 crisis. The move was criticized for driving up rents and having aggressive eviction policies."

Source: U.S. Congress Hearings

"Vocally opposed proposals to end the "carried interest" tax loophole for private equity. He famously compared the plan to "when Hitler invaded Poland," a remark for which he later apologized."

Source: News Reports

"One of the most prolific donors to the Republican party and its associated super PACs, making him a significant power broker in American politics."

Source: FEC Records

"His signature philanthropic project is a scholarship program in China designed to foster global understanding. The program has faced scrutiny over its ties to the Chinese government and academic freedom concerns."

Source: The Wall Street Journal