Alex Acosta
PersonRelationship Network
Event Timeline
| Connected Entity | Relationship Type |
Strength
(mentions)
|
Documents | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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person
Jeffrey Epstein
|
Legal representative |
22
Very Strong
|
18 | |
|
person
Jeffrey Epstein
|
Unknown |
7
|
1 | |
|
person
Villafaña
|
Professional |
6
|
2 | |
|
person
Jay Lefkowitz
|
Legal representative |
6
|
6 | |
|
organization
IMI
|
Professional |
6
|
1 | |
|
person
Jeffrey Epstein
|
Prosecutor subject of prosecution |
6
|
1 | |
|
person
Alan Dershowitz
|
Legal representative |
5
|
1 | |
|
organization
USDOJ
|
Professional |
5
|
1 | |
|
person
Donald Trump
|
Political appointee |
5
|
1 | |
|
person
Jeffrey Epstein
|
Professional |
5
|
1 | |
|
person
Jeffrey Sloman
|
Business associate |
5
|
1 | |
|
person
Epstein
|
Professional prosecutor and defendant |
5
|
1 | |
|
person
Villafaña
|
Superior subordinate |
5
|
1 | |
|
organization
IMI
|
Professional bureaucratic |
5
|
1 | |
|
person
Marco Rubio
|
Political support |
5
|
1 | |
|
person
Guy Lewis
|
Professional political |
5
|
1 | |
|
person
Epstein's lawyers
|
Professional negotiation |
5
|
1 | |
|
person
Andrew Lourie
|
Professional |
5
|
1 | |
|
person
Menchel
|
Professional |
5
|
1 | |
|
person
[Redacted] (USAFLS)
|
Business associate |
3
|
3 | |
|
person
Redacted Sender
|
Business associate |
2
|
2 | |
|
person
[Redacted AUSA]
|
Business associate |
2
|
2 | |
|
person
[REDACTED SENDER]
|
Business associate |
2
|
2 | |
|
person
Jay Lefkowitz
|
Professional social |
2
|
2 | |
|
person
Epstein
|
Legal representative |
2
|
2 |
| Date | Event Type | Description | Location | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| N/A | Legal negotiation | Negotiation of a nonprosecution agreement (NPA) for Epstein. | Southern District of Florida | View |
| N/A | N/A | Original criminal case against Jeffrey Epstein in Florida, which resulted in a non-prosecution ag... | South Florida | View |
| N/A | Resignation | Resignation of Labor Secretary Alex Acosta. | N/A | View |
| 2025-11-19 | N/A | Breakfast meeting | N/A | View |
| 2020-01-01 | N/A | Release of DOJ OPR report on Epstein investigation. | Washington D.C. | View |
| 2019-07-12 | N/A | Alex Acosta resigns as Labor Secretary due to pressure from the Jeffrey Epstein case | USA | View |
| 2019-05-01 | N/A | House Committee on Education and Labor Hearing | Washington D.C. (implied) | View |
| 2019-04-03 | N/A | Labor Secretary Alex Acosta grilled during a budget hearing regarding DOL rules and the Jeffrey E... | Washington D.C. | View |
| 2019-02-25 | N/A | Judge Kenneth A. Marra ruled prosecutors violated the Crime Victims' Rights Act. | South Florida | View |
| 2019-02-06 | N/A | Department of Justice opens investigation into Alex Acosta's role in the Epstein plea deal. | Washington D.C. (implied) | View |
| 2019-02-01 | N/A | Ruling by U.S. District Judge Kenneth A. Marra finding Acosta misled Epstein victims. | Southern District of Florida | View |
| 2019-01-01 | N/A | Judge Marra ruled that prosecutors mishandled the Epstein case. | Unknown | View |
| 2017-03-01 | N/A | Alex Acosta confirmation hearings. | Washington D.C. | View |
| 2008-07-03 | N/A | Email correspondence regarding Epstein case updates. | West Palm Beach, FL | View |
| 2008-06-23 | N/A | DOJ official sends a letter regarding the Epstein matter to Epstein's legal team (Starr, Lefkowit... | N/A | View |
| 2008-04-11 | N/A | Transmission of Jeffrey Epstein's Non-Prosecution Agreement (NPA) and addendum via email to Alex ... | N/A | View |
| 2008-01-30 | N/A | Email correspondence regarding a new civil lawsuit against Epstein. | View | |
| 2008-01-02 | N/A | Email sent regarding Epstein press coverage. | West Palm Beach, FL (Sender... | View |
| 2008-01-01 | N/A | Jeffrey Epstein plea deal negotiated by Alex Acosta. | South Florida | View |
| 2008-01-01 | N/A | Epstein Plea Deal | Florida (implied by state c... | View |
| 2008-01-01 | Legal agreement | Alex Acosta reached a plea agreement with Epstein's attorneys, allowing Epstein to plead guilty t... | Southern Florida | View |
| 2008-01-01 | N/A | Epstein's plea deal involving 13 months in prison with work release. | Florida | View |
| 2008-01-01 | Legal case | Jeffrey Epstein's case in Florida involving charges and a plea deal. | Florida | View |
| 2008-01-01 | N/A | Lenient plea deal cut between DOJ attorneys and Epstein's defense. | Southern District of Florida | View |
| 2007-12-14 | N/A | Meeting between Epstein counsel, Alex Acosta, Jeff Sloman, the FBI SAC, and Marie Villafaña where... | Unknown | View |
EFTA00013715.pdf
This document is an email dated December 10, 2007, sent by an unnamed Assistant U.S. Attorney to Alex Acosta (USAFLS). The email calls attention to a New York Magazine article about Jeffrey Epstein and provides the URL. The sender's identity and contact details are redacted, though their office address in West Palm Beach is visible.
EFTA00013711.pdf
An email dated December 4, 2007, from an Assistant U.S. Attorney to Alex Acosta and others regarding the Epstein case. The email clarifies that attorney Mr. Goldberger's first name is Jack and reports that Epstein's plane has just arrived in West Palm Beach for a brief stay before a late afternoon departure. The sender also requests copies of 'final letters'.
EFTA00013706.pdf
This document contains an email chain from November 27, 2007, between the U.S. Attorney's Office (Southern District of Florida) and Jay Lefkowitz, a lawyer for Jeffrey Epstein, with Alex Acosta CC'd. The emails discuss the selection of Aaron Podhurst and Bob Josephsberg (likely as mediators or special masters) and the government's statutory obligation under the Justice for All Act of 2004 to notify victims of the agreement with Epstein. The AUSA insists that vetting conclude immediately so that victims can be notified by November 29, 2007.
EFTA00013696.pdf
This document is an email chain from October 18, 2007, involving US Attorney Alex Acosta, attorney Jay Lefkowitz (Kirkland & Ellis), and USAFLS staff. The emails discuss scheduling Jeffrey Epstein's 'change of plea' hearing, ultimately agreeing on November 20, 2007. The correspondence reveals a personal rapport between Acosta and Lefkowitz, noting a recent breakfast meeting, and discusses ensuring the date change does not impact when Epstein begins serving his sentence.
EFTA00013695.pdf
This document is an internal email chain within the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Southern District of Florida (USAFLS) dated October 15, 2007. It involves Alex Acosta and redacted Assistant U.S. Attorneys discussing a draft letter to Judge Davis regarding the Epstein case. Specifically, the correspondence focuses on confirming the 'final number of victims' to be included in a 'Special Master Letter.'
EFTA00013679.pdf
This document is an email header dated April 11, 2008, sent to Alex Acosta (USAFLS). The subject is 'Epstein' and it includes three attachments specifically referencing the 'non-prosecution agreement' and an addendum, marking a significant event in the legal handling of the Epstein case.
EFTA00013678.pdf
An email chain from June 30, 2008, involving Alex Acosta and redacted Assistant U.S. Attorneys. The emails discuss Jeffrey Epstein pleading guilty in state court. An unidentified sender congratulates the AUSA on an 'exceptional' result that will 'serve the victims well,' while Acosta asks for the correspondence to be placed in the 'Epstein binder.'
EFTA00013677.pdf
This document is an email read receipt from July 8, 2008, sent by Alex Acosta (then US Attorney for the Southern District of Florida). It confirms that Acosta read an email with the subject 'Victim Notification in Epstein'. The recipient of this receipt (likely the sender of the original email) is redacted. This relates to the controversy surrounding the non-prosecution agreement and the failure to notify victims under the Crime Victims' Rights Act.
EFTA00013676.pdf
This document is an automated email read receipt sent by Alex Acosta (USAFLS) on July 11, 2008. The receipt confirms he read an email with the subject 'Just got back from Epstein hearing'. The recipient of the read receipt (the original sender of the email) is redacted. The message is marked with High Importance and Urgent Priority.
EFTA00013674.pdf
This document is an automated email read receipt generated by Alex Acosta (USAFLS) on August 12, 2008. It confirms that Acosta read an email with the subject 'Tein's Reply Brief in the Epstein civil litigation'. The recipient of this receipt is redacted.
EFTA00013634.pdf
An email dated January 2, 2008, from an Assistant U.S. Attorney to Alex Acosta and another recipient at USAFLS regarding 'Epstein Press Coverage'. The email includes several attachments of articles and discusses how the State Attorney's Office shutting down the case led the Police Chief to close the investigation, resulting in the publication of Probable Cause affidavits for the arrests of Epstein and two other redacted individuals.
EFTA00013622.pdf
An email dated October 24, 2007, from a redacted sender at USAFLS (likely US Attorney's Office Southern District of Florida) to Jay Lefkowitz, with Alex Acosta copied. The email attaches a document titled '071015_Special_Master_Letter5.wpd' and describes it as the final version of a letter to Judge Davis regarding the Epstein case.
EFTA00013619.pdf
This document contains a chain of emails from October 16-22, 2007, between Jay Lefkowitz (Kirkland & Ellis) and the US Attorney's Office for the Southern District of Florida (USAFLS), specifically involving Alex Acosta and a redacted prosecutor. The correspondence details negotiations regarding a letter to 'Judge Davis' (a proposed special master) concerning the selection of legal representation for Epstein's victims. Key points of contention include whether Judge Davis would represent the victims directly, the criteria for the selected law firm, statutory compensation limits ($150k vs $50k), and the inclusion of language regarding discovery to test the veracity of victims' claims.
EFTA00013612.pdf
This document contains an email chain from October 11-12, 2007, between Jay Lefkowitz (Kirkland & Ellis) and the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Southern District of Florida (Alex Acosta and a redacted AUSA). The emails discuss and finalize the text of an 'Addendum to the Non-Prosecution Agreement' for Jeffrey Epstein. The addendum clarifies the process for appointing an independent third party to select an attorney representative for the victims and stipulates that Epstein will pay the representative's fees but is not obligated to fund contested litigation against himself.
EFTA00013604.pdf
This document is an email read receipt generated by Alex Acosta (USAFLS) on July 17, 2008. It confirms that he read an email with the subject 'RE: Epstein's Court Filings' sent by a redacted individual. The document contains no body text other than the header information and a Bates stamp.
EFTA00013602.pdf
An email chain from June 20, 2008, detailing the submission of legal defense documents by Kenneth Starr and Jay Lefkowitz (Kirkland & Ellis) to John Roth at the DOJ. The documents include a 'Principal Submission' and a 'Summary of Misconduct'. Roth forwards this to the US Attorney's Office for the Southern District of Florida (Alex Acosta's office), noting the volume of material and suggesting a delay in responding. Acosta instructs his staff to print the documents.
EFTA00013593.pdf
This document is an automated read receipt or email notification sent by Alex Acosta from his Department of Justice email address on November 21, 2008. The subject line 'Read: Epstein' indicates Acosta opened or acknowledged an email concerning Jeffrey Epstein. The recipient of this notification is redacted.
EFTA00013555.pdf
A formal letter from the U.S. Department of Justice to Jeffrey Epstein's attorneys, Jay Lefkowitz and Kenneth Starr, dated June 23, 2008. The DOJ states they have reviewed the attorneys' complaints regarding the U.S. Attorney's handling of the Epstein case but decline to intervene, affirming that federal prosecution is appropriate and dismissing allegations of prosecutorial misconduct. Alex Acosta is copied on the correspondence.
EFTA00013554.pdf
An email chain from June 23, 2008, involving the Office of the Deputy Attorney General (ODAG) and the US Attorney's Office for the Southern District of Florida (USAFLS). An official from ODAG sends a letter regarding the 'Epstein matter' to defense attorneys Ken Starr and Jay Lefkowitz, copying US Attorney Alex Acosta. This email is then forwarded internally to other USAFLS staff with the comment 'FYI'.
EFTA00013536.pdf
This document is an internal Department of Justice email dated December 11, 2007, BCC'd to US Attorney Alex Acosta. The sender, whose name is redacted, initiates a 'de novo review' of the evidence supporting the proposed indictment against Jeffrey Epstein, specifically in response to recent correspondence from Epstein's defense firm, Kirkland & Ellis. The email requests copies of FBI interview reports (302s), state Grand Jury transcripts, and other investigative materials.
EFTA00013532.pdf
This document is an email from an Assistant U.S. Attorney to Alex Acosta dated December 7, 2007. The sender seeks approval to distribute a victim notification letter regarding the Epstein case and specifically asks if a copy should be sent to Mr. Josefsberg.
EFTA00013518.pdf
This document is an email dated October 24, 2007, regarding the Epstein case. The sender (redacted) writes to Jay Lefkowitz, copying Alex Acosta (USAFLS), to provide a revised letter and addendum for Judge Davis. The email details minor formatting changes to the addendum and requests Lefkowitz execute and return the documents via PDF and Fed Ex.
EFTA00013515.pdf
This document contains a chain of emails from October 2007 between Jeffrey Epstein's attorney, Jay Lefkowitz, and officials from the US Attorney's Office for the Southern District of Florida (USAFLS), including references to US Attorney Alex Acosta. The correspondence details tense negotiations regarding the Non-Prosecution Agreement, specifically focusing on the selection of a 'Special Master' or attorney representative for the victims, the compensation limits (150k vs 50k), and language allowing for the 'veracity of the victims' claims' to be tested. The government sets a strict deadline for a deal, stating they have made their final concessions.
EFTA00013503.pdf
An email chain from October 18, 2007, between Jay Lefkowitz (Kirkland & Ellis) and the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Southern District of Florida (including Alex Acosta and a redacted AUSA). The correspondence finalizes the date for Jeffrey Epstein to enter his guilty plea on November 20, 2007. The USAFLS specifically requests confirmation that postponing the plea date will not delay the start of Epstein's sentence.
EFTA00013472.pdf
This document is a digital calendar entry record for a meeting titled 'Epstein Case' scheduled for September 7, 2007, from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the West Palm Beach Office. The organizer is identified as Alex Acosta (USAFLS), referring to Alexander Acosta, the then-U.S. Attorney. The document shows the invitation was originally timestamped in August 2007, with metadata indicating the record was accessed or modified in 2015. The list of attendees is heavily redacted.
Plea Deal Negotiation
Acosta met privately with one of Epstein's lawyers; government agreed to seal the plea agreement.
Epstein Case
Acosta defended his handling of the Epstein plea deal while calling the work release 'awful'.
FW: Epstein: Victim Notification Letter
Forwarding a previous email regarding a victim notification letter referenced in a draft declaration, noting it was objected to by the defense.
FW: Epstein - On behalf of Jay Lefkowitz and Ken Star
Pls print
FW: Epstein - On behalf of Jay Lefkowitz and Ken Star
fyi
Unknown
Informing Acosta that Epstein's team would seek Office's review.
Review request notification
Informing Acosta that Epstein's team would seek DOJ review.
Epstein
Email transmitting attachments related to Epstein's non-prosecution agreement.
[Redacted]
Update regarding a call to a victim's attorney about sending a victim notification letter. Notes the attorney is paid by Epstein and requested the letter be sent to him rather than the victim.
Article about Epstein in today's New York magazine
Sender forwards a link to a New York Magazine article about Epstein to Alex Acosta.
RE: Follow up
Asking redacted AUSA if there are issues with the date and to confirm with Jay.
Follow up
Thanking Acosta for breakfast; proposing November 20 for Epstein's plea based on availability of Florida counsel and court.
Re: Follow up
Checking if they are 'all set' with the redacted AUSA.
Conference Call re: Epstein
Updated conference call event scheduled for 15 minutes.
Thoughts on hybrid plea agreement
Commented that they are not changing standard charging language and he should not be the one to sign it; the trial team should sign.
Epstein Case
Calendar entry for a meeting regarding the Epstein Case scheduled for 2007-09-07.
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