Alex Acosta
PersonRelationship Network
Event Timeline
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Jeffrey Epstein
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Legal representative |
22
Very Strong
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18 | |
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person
Jeffrey Epstein
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Unknown |
7
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1 | |
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person
Villafaña
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Professional |
6
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2 | |
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person
Jay Lefkowitz
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Legal representative |
6
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6 | |
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organization
IMI
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Professional |
6
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1 | |
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person
Jeffrey Epstein
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Prosecutor subject of prosecution |
6
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1 | |
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person
Alan Dershowitz
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Legal representative |
5
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1 | |
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organization
USDOJ
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Professional |
5
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1 | |
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person
Donald Trump
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Political appointee |
5
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1 | |
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person
Jeffrey Epstein
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Professional |
5
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1 | |
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person
Jeffrey Sloman
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Business associate |
5
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1 | |
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person
Epstein
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Professional prosecutor and defendant |
5
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1 | |
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person
Villafaña
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Superior subordinate |
5
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1 | |
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organization
IMI
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Professional bureaucratic |
5
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1 | |
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person
Marco Rubio
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Political support |
5
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1 | |
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person
Guy Lewis
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Professional political |
5
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1 | |
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person
Epstein's lawyers
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Professional negotiation |
5
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1 | |
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person
Andrew Lourie
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Professional |
5
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1 | |
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person
Menchel
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Professional |
5
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1 | |
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person
[Redacted] (USAFLS)
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Business associate |
3
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3 | |
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person
Redacted Sender
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Business associate |
2
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2 | |
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person
[Redacted AUSA]
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Business associate |
2
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2 | |
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person
[REDACTED SENDER]
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Business associate |
2
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2 | |
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person
Jay Lefkowitz
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Professional social |
2
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2 | |
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person
Epstein
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Legal representative |
2
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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 |
EFTA00011115.pdf
This document is a legal memorandum filed on October 13, 2021, by Ghislaine Maxwell's defense team in the Southern District of New York. The defense argues that due to 'tsunami' of negative pretrial publicity surrounding Maxwell and Jeffrey Epstein (including books, podcasts, and documentaries), standard jury selection is insufficient. They request the Court allow individual sequestered voir dire and limited attorney-conducted questioning to identify and remove biased jurors.
EFTA00011096.pdf
This document is a legal memorandum filed on October 13, 2021, by Ghislaine Maxwell's defense team in the Southern District of New York. The defense argues for individual sequestered voir dire (jury selection questioning) and permission for attorneys to conduct limited questioning of jurors, citing 'tsunami' levels of negative pretrial publicity and the inflammatory nature of the sexual abuse charges. The motion lists numerous documentaries, podcasts, and books as evidence of prejudicial media coverage that allegedly demonizes Maxwell and links her inextricably to Jeffrey Epstein's crimes.
EFTA00010507.pdf
This document is a court opinion and order from the United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida in the case of Jane Doe 1 and Jane Doe 2 v. United States. The court ruled that the government violated the Petitioners' rights under the Crime Victims' Rights Act (CVRA) by failing to confer with them before entering into a non-prosecution agreement (NPA) with Jeffrey Epstein. The court granted partial summary judgment for the Petitioners regarding the CVRA violation and denied the government's cross-motion, while deferring the issue of remedy to a later date.
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This document discusses the legal defense strategies employed by Jeffrey Epstein's extensive team of attorneys, highlighting their ability to secure concessions despite initial USAO requirements. It details how prominent lawyers like Alan Dershowitz and Ken Starr influenced prosecutor Alex Acosta, and addresses assertions from individuals like Menchel, Sloman, and Lourie that their relationships with Epstein's counsel did not affect their actions, while noting the significant financial investment in Epstein's defense.
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This document is a legal filing, specifically page 3 of a 'Motion to Intervene' in case 1:19-cr-00490-RMB, filed on August 27, 2019. The filer, identified as the Intervenor/Relator, outlines a timeline of legal actions against the USDOJ and Bill Barr, alleging a conspiracy, fraud, and the monopolization of the judiciary. The filer connects their case to the Jeffrey Epstein case, citing the concept of "prosecutorial discretion" and argues for their right to intervene based on legal precedent where a third party's constitutional rights are implicated.
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This document, a printout of a news article dated March 31, 2020, discusses the circumstances surrounding Jeffrey Epstein's death in the Manhattan Correctional Center, including a DOJ investigation. It details the unsealing of court records from a lawsuit by accuser Virginia Giuffre against Ghislaine Maxwell, which contained allegations against several high-profile individuals. The article also revisits the controversial 2008 'sweetheart' plea deal Epstein received from former U.S. attorney Alex Acosta in Florida.
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This legal document details communications surrounding the federal investigation of Epstein, focusing on the information provided to victims and their attorney, Bradley Edwards. Investigator Villafaña told victims and Edwards that the investigation was active and ongoing, while officials like Sloman and Acosta were concerned that disclosing the terms of a non-prosecution agreement (NPA), including a potential $150,000 payment, would compromise the victims' credibility as witnesses in a potential trial.
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This document outlines the internal DOJ communications in June 2008 regarding the finalization of Jeffrey Epstein's plea agreement and the handling of victim notifications. It details how prosecutor Villafaña was instructed by superiors Alex Acosta and Jeff Sloman to avoid direct victim notification, instead delegating that task to PBPD Chief Reiter. The text also confirms that the Deputy Attorney General had deemed federal prosecution appropriate just days before the plea deal deadline.
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This legal document discusses the effectiveness of Jeffrey Epstein's high-profile legal team, including Alan Dershowitz and Ken Starr, in portraying his case as legally complex to prosecutors like Alex Acosta. It also examines whether preexisting relationships between prosecutors (Menchel, Sloman, Lourie, and Acosta) and defense counsel improperly influenced the outcome, concluding, based on an OPR investigation, that they did not. The document highlights how Epstein's wealth funded a formidable defense that successfully negotiated concessions from the U.S. Attorney's Office (USAO).
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This document outlines the internal and external communications of the US Attorney's Office regarding Jeffrey Epstein's plea negotiations on September 20, 2007. It details U.S. Attorney Alex Acosta's refusal to sign the plea agreement personally, insisting the trial team sign it, and his refusal to alter standard charging language. The text also highlights a critical dispute where Epstein's defense attempted to change the charge from solicitation of minors (registrable) to forcing adults into prostitution (non-registrable), which the prosecution rejected.
DOJ-OGR-00021240.jpg
This legal document details a disagreement between prosecutors Menchel and Villafaña in July 2007 regarding a proposed state plea deal to resolve a federal investigation into Epstein. Menchel, asserting the decision was ultimately made by Alex Acosta, defended the state plea, while Villafaña argued it was contrary to Department of Justice policy, did not reflect the gravity of the offense, and went against the wishes of victims she had consulted.
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This legal document details internal disagreements within a U.S. Attorney's Office regarding the prosecution of a case, likely against Epstein. Prosecutor Villafaña pushed for a rapid indictment, citing concerns about ongoing crimes, but her superiors, including Menchel, Sloman, and Acosta, believed she was moving too fast and that more review was necessary. The conflict led to multiple communications seeking direction and was later reviewed by the Office of Professional Responsibility (OPR).
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This document is a page from a DOJ OPR report detailing the initial federal handling of the Jeffrey Epstein case in July-August 2006. It highlights the distrust federal prosecutors (Acosta, Sloman) held toward the Palm Beach State Attorney's Office, fearing leaks to Epstein. It also details the unusual reporting structure where 'Miami' senior management took direct authority, bypassing local supervisors, and notes the FBI's collection of flight manifests and victim testimony despite intimidation tactics by the defense.
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This legal document, a page from a court filing, argues against a defendant's motion for discovery related to Jeffrey Epstein's non-prosecution agreement (NPA). It heavily cites an Office of Professional Responsibility (OPR) report which concluded that prosecutors, including Alex Acosta and Villafaña, did not intend the NPA's 'co-conspirator' clause to protect Epstein's influential associates. Instead, the provision was meant for four specific women, as prosecutors viewed Epstein as the primary target and were not interested in prosecuting others.
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This document is an excerpt from a DOJ OPR report analyzing the conduct of federal prosecutors (Villafaña, Acosta, Sloman, Menchel, Lourie) regarding the Jeffrey Epstein Non-Prosecution Agreement (NPA). The report concludes that while there was no evidence prosecutors intentionally hid the NPA to protect Epstein, they failed to consult victims, leaving victims like Wild feeling misled and mistreated. The text details how Villafaña wished to consult victims but was constrained by management and concerns over creating impeachment evidence, a decision OPR criticizes as lacking consideration for the victims' rights and the fairness of the process.
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This legal document, part of a court filing, argues that Ghislaine Maxwell's ability to receive a fair trial has been compromised by extensive negative publicity. The publicity stems from Jeffrey Epstein's 2008 case, the subsequent investigation by the Department of Justice's OPR, and the resignation of Alex Acosta. The document further contends that the trial's location in New York, a venue for other high-profile sex abuse cases involving figures like Andrew Cuomo, Harvey Weinstein, and R. Kelly, contributes to a biased environment.
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Attorneys Kenneth Starr and Joe Whitley write to Deputy Attorney General Mark Filip requesting a review of federal involvement in the Jeffrey Epstein case, which they characterize as a 'quintessentially state matter.' They criticize a previous 'limited' review conducted by CEOS at the request of U.S. Attorney Alex Acosta, alleging it ignored professional misconduct by federal prosecutors and failed to assess the Deferred Prosecution Agreement.
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This document is a legal letter dated May 27, 2008, from Kenneth Starr and Joe Whitley to Deputy Attorney General Mark Filip, supplementing a request for an independent review of the federal prosecution of Jeffrey Epstein. The letter argues that the prosecution is an unprecedented extension of federal law against a figure with 'close ties to former President Clinton' and complains that Assistant U.S. Attorney Jeffrey Sloman imposed an arbitrary June 2 deadline to force compliance with a Non-Prosecution Agreement, thereby attempting to bypass the requested review. The lawyers also allege misconduct, including leaks to the New York Times and conflicts of interest involving Sloman's former law partner filing civil suits against Epstein.
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David Schoen sends an email to 'jeevacation@gmail.com' on March 22, 2019, sharing a link to a conspiracy theory article from Tea Party Pac. Schoen dismisses the site as 'nut' and 'whacko' but notes it gets significant attention. The article alleges the recipient is an informant for Robert Mueller, and Schoen points out that this narrative undercuts the Trump administration ('the Prez') and Alex Acosta.
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A printout of a Washington Post article dated February 6, 2019, reporting that the Justice Department has opened an internal investigation into potential 'professional misconduct' by attorneys who handled Jeffrey Epstein's plea deal. The investigation was revealed in a letter from Assistant Attorney General Stephen E. Boyd to Senator Ben Sasse.
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This document is a printout of a Miami Herald article by Emily Michot regarding the 'Perversion of Justice' investigation into Jeffrey Epstein's plea deal. It details Judge Marra's ruling that federal prosecutors violated the Crime Victims' Rights Act by misleading victims and sealing the non-prosecution agreement negotiated by Alex Acosta. The text highlights that Epstein worked with others to procure minors and that victims' attorneys are petitioning the DOJ to reopen the investigation.
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This document is a printout of a Washington Post article dated February 6, 2019, bearing a House Oversight Bates stamp. The article reports that the Justice Department's Office of Professional Responsibility opened an investigation into whether attorneys committed misconduct during the handling of Jeffrey Epstein's earlier sex abuse case. This investigation was disclosed in a letter from Assistant Attorney General Stephen E. Boyd to Senator Ben Sasse.
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This document is a printout of a Law&Crime article dated April 3, 2019, filed as a court exhibit in a civil case. It details an interview where Alan Dershowitz aggressively denies allegations made by Virginia Roberts regarding underage sex, claiming Secret Service records prove his innocence and threatening defamation suits if she repeats claims outside of court litigation. The article also covers Dershowitz's defense of the controversial non-prosecution agreement (plea deal) secured for Jeffrey Epstein from then-U.S. Attorney Alex Acosta, with Dershowitz expressing pride in the legal outcome.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_017990.jpg
This document is a printout of a Law & Crime article filed as a court exhibit in April 2019. It details Alan Dershowitz's aggressive denial of sexual misconduct allegations made by Virginia Roberts, characterizing them as an extortion plot effectively shielded by litigation privileges. The text also covers Dershowitz's defense of the controversial non-prosecution agreement (plea deal) secured for Jeffrey Epstein by then-U.S. Attorney Alex Acosta, with Dershowitz stating he is 'proud' of the deal as a legal achievement.
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This document is a page from a news report (archived by the House Oversight Committee) discussing the connections between Donald Trump, Jeffrey Epstein, and Alex Acosta. It highlights a 2002 quote from Trump praising Epstein and noting his interest in 'younger' women, which attorney Spencer Kuvin finds suspicious given Epstein's later convictions. The text also details Alex Acosta's defense of the lenient plea deal he arranged for Epstein while serving as U.S. Attorney, a topic raised during Acosta's confirmation hearings for Labor Secretary.
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
fyi
FW: Epstein - On behalf of Jay Lefkowitz and Ken Star
Pls print
Review request notification
Informing Acosta that Epstein's team would seek DOJ review.
Unknown
Informing Acosta that Epstein's team would seek Office's 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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