House Oversight Committee - Alexander Acosta Transcript
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Transcript of former U.S. Attorney and Labor Secretary Alexander Acosta's appearance before the House Oversight Committee. Acosta was questioned about his decision to offer Epstein the non-prosecution agreement in 2007, his interactions with Epstein's defense team, and the controversial terms of the plea deal including co-conspirator immunity.
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