Alexander Acosta

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Former U.S. Attorney who approved Epstein's 2008 plea deal

Also known as: Alex Acosta, R. Alexander Acosta

Former U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of Florida who approved the controversial 2008 non-prosecution agreement that allowed Epstein to plead guilty to state prostitution charges rather than face federal sex trafficking charges. Later served as U.S. Secretary of Labor but resigned in July 2019 amid renewed scrutiny of the plea deal.

Nationality

American

Notable Positions

U.S. Attorney, S.D. Florida | U.S. Secretary of Labor (2017-2019)

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Alexander Acosta is mentioned in documents or reporting related to the Epstein case. Being mentioned does not imply any wrongdoing, criminal conduct, or inappropriate behavior.

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