# Alex Acosta on The No Agenda Show Alex Acosta comes up in 7 chapters across 6 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from December 2018 to August 2025. - **Chapters:** 7 - **Episodes:** 6 - **Discussed:** December 2018 – August 2025 - **Related topics:** [Jeffrey Epstein](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jeffrey-epstein.md), [Miami Herald](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/miami-herald.md), [William Barr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/william-barr.md), [Alan Dershowitz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alan-dershowitz.md), [Bill Clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-clinton.md), [Department Of Labor](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/department-of-labor.md), [Distraction](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/distraction.md), [Donald Trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [Eric Holder](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eric-holder.md), [Federalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/federalism.md) ## Chapters 1–7 of 7 ### Epstein Investigation, James Comer and Republican Oversight - **Episode:** [1789: Glop](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1789-glop.md) - **Published:** 2025-08-10 - **Time:** 2:03:36–2:08:49 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1789-glop/chapter/epstein-investigation-james-comer-and-republican-oversight.md House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer has subpoenaed several former Attorneys General and FBI directors to investigate the federal government's handling of the Jeffrey Epstein case. The list includes Eric Holder, William Barr, and James Comey, but notably excludes Alex Acosta, the prosecutor who oversaw Epstein's controversial 2008 plea deal. Skeptics argue that the investigation may focus on political optics rather than uncovering intelligence connections or sex trafficking crimes. Keywords: [jeffrey epstein](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jeffrey-epstein.md), [james comer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-comer.md), [alex acosta](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alex-acosta.md), [eric holder](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eric-holder.md), [william barr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/william-barr.md) ### Ken Starr, Alex Acosta Plea Deal Defense - **Episode:** [1155: Tump!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1155-tump.md) - **Published:** 2019-07-18 - **Time:** 23:10–28:18 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1155-tump/chapter/ken-starr-alex-acosta-plea-deal-defense.md Former Independent Counsel Ken Starr defends Labor Secretary Alex Acosta's 2008 plea deal with Jeffrey Epstein. Starr argues that Acosta actually pushed for a tougher federal disposition in a case that many believed should have remained a state-level prosecution in Florida. Keywords: [ken starr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ken-starr.md), [alex acosta](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alex-acosta.md), [jeffrey epstein](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jeffrey-epstein.md), [plea deal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/plea-deal.md), [federalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/federalism.md) ### Alex Acosta Resignation, R. Kelly Arrest Timing - **Episode:** [1155: Tump!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1155-tump.md) - **Published:** 2019-07-18 - **Time:** 28:19–31:08 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1155-tump/chapter/alex-acosta-resignation-r-kelly-arrest-timing.md The hosts analyze the unconventional resignation of Alex Acosta, noting he appeared with Donald Trump on the White House lawn. They speculate that the arrest of R. Kelly served as a media distraction from the Acosta and Epstein developments. Keywords: [alex acosta](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alex-acosta.md), [r. kelly](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/r-kelly.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [resignation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/resignation.md), [distraction](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/distraction.md) ### Jeffrey Epstein, Alex Acosta, Federal Sex Trafficking Laws - **Episode:** [1154: Goldfish Invasion](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1154-goldfish-invasion.md) - **Published:** 2019-07-14 - **Time:** 8:37–15:40 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1154-goldfish-invasion/chapter/jeffrey-epstein-alex-acosta-federal-sex-trafficking-laws.md Labor Secretary Alex Acosta faces calls for resignation due to a 2008 plea deal he oversaw as a federal prosecutor for financier Jeffrey Epstein. Legal experts clarify that federal child trafficking laws do not require proof of coercion or force when minors under 18 are involved in commercial sex acts. Attorney General William Barr has recused himself from the current DOJ review of the 2008 agreement because his former law firm previously represented Epstein. Keywords: [jeffrey epstein](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jeffrey-epstein.md), [alex acosta](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alex-acosta.md), [sex trafficking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sex-trafficking.md), [department of labor](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/department-of-labor.md), [william barr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/william-barr.md) ### Jeffrey Epstein Court Documents and Jeanine Pirro Suspension - **Episode:** [1122: Cyclogenesis](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1122-cyclogenesis.md) - **Published:** 2019-03-21 - **Time:** 2:33:21–2:37:29 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1122-cyclogenesis/chapter/jeffrey-epstein-court-documents-and-jeanine-pirro-suspension.md Court documents related to Jeffrey Epstein's controversial plea deal may soon be unsealed, despite opposition from "mystery parties." The deal was overseen by Alex Acosta and reportedly involved the FBI under Robert Mueller. Meanwhile, Fox News suspended Jeanine Pirro after she questioned whether Representative Ilhan Omar's use of a hijab indicated an adherence to Sharia law over the U.S. Constitution. Keywords: [jeffrey epstein](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jeffrey-epstein.md), [alex acosta](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alex-acosta.md), [robert mueller](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/robert-mueller.md), [jeanine pirro](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jeanine-pirro.md), [fox news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fox-news.md), [ilhan omar](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ilhan-omar.md) ### Jeffrey Epstein Case, Miami Herald Investigation - **Episode:** [1115: Truancy Crimes](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1115-truancy-crimes.md) - **Published:** 2019-02-25 - **Time:** 2:22:24–2:28:53 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1115-truancy-crimes/chapter/jeffrey-epstein-case-miami-herald-investigation.md Julie Brown of the Miami Herald discusses her investigation into Jeffrey Epstein’s 2008 plea deal, which was overseen by then-U.S. Attorney Alex Acosta. The segment explores the allegations of a high-level sex trafficking ring involving royalty and politicians, with the hosts suggesting the renewed interest is aimed at damaging Donald Trump. Keywords: [jeffrey epstein](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jeffrey-epstein.md), julie brown, [alex acosta](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alex-acosta.md), [miami herald](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/miami-herald.md), [me too](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/me-too.md), prince albert ### Jeffrey Epstein Investigation and Alan Dershowitz - **Episode:** [1091: Surf n Turf](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1091-surf-n-turf.md) - **Published:** 2018-12-03 - **Time:** 1:43:20–1:47:55 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1091-surf-n-turf/chapter/jeffrey-epstein-investigation-and-alan-dershowitz.md The Miami Herald's ongoing investigation into Jeffrey Epstein has brought renewed attention to his 2008 plea deal. Legal scholar Alan Dershowitz has been accused by one of Epstein's victims of sexual misconduct, a claim he vehemently denies. The hosts suggest the focus on Dershowitz may be a "hit piece" motivated by his recent legal defenses of President Trump. Keywords: [jeffrey epstein](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jeffrey-epstein.md), [alan dershowitz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alan-dershowitz.md), [bill clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-clinton.md), [miami herald](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/miami-herald.md), [alex acosta](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alex-acosta.md) --- This is the markdown version of a page on The No Agenda Show for AI agents. 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