House Committee Questions Alex Acosta on Epstein Plea Deal

The House Oversight Committee has interviewed former U.S. attorney Alex Acosta about the 2008 plea deal involving Jeffrey Epstein. Acosta, who later became Secretary of Labor under President Trump, participated in a transcribed interview on September 19. According to Chairman James Comer, the committee is examining the government’s actions concerning Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell and has mandated that documents related to Epstein’s properties be submitted by September 8.

In a statement, Comer noted, “We understand that Jeffrey Epstein’s estate contains documents that could aid our investigation.” He mentioned that the estate is prepared to comply with the committee’s subpoena to provide these documents.

Comer emphasized that the subpoena includes essential records relevant to the investigation, including a “birthday book” supposedly linked to Maxwell.

The committee also plans to confirm that Acosta is unaware of the specifics regarding Epstein or Maxwell and will require sworn statements from former lawyers Alberto Gonzalez, Eric Holder, and Jeff Sessions, emphasizing the seriousness of providing accurate information.

Additionally, the Justice Department has begun to release documents pertaining to Epstein, following private testimonies from Attorney General William Barr.

The committee has issued subpoenas to former FBI directors James Comey and Robert Mueller, along with Hillary Clinton and former President Bill Clinton. However, it was noted that Mueller’s subpoena may be rescinded due to health concerns. Former Attorney General Loretta Lynch has also received correspondence detailing the investigation’s scope and her involvement.