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Inside look at Epstein investigation

The reporter who helped bring Jeffrey Epstein's sex abuse case to the national spotlight has written a new book about her years-long investigation. "Perversion of Justice: The Jeffrey Epstein Story" tells the stories of his alleged victims and the "failures of the criminal justice system." Author Julie K. Brown, an investigative reporter for the Miami Herald, joins CBSN to discuss the case and why she thinks there are too many unanswered questions regarding Epstein's suicide.

Jul 21, 2021
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DOJ: Ex-prosecutor exercised "poor judgment" in Epstein deal

The review found no "professional misconduct" by U.S. Attorney's Office then led by ex- Labor Secretary.

Nov 12, 2020

Prosecutors accuse Jeffrey Epstein of tampering with witnesses

Prosecutors said Epstein should be denied bail while he awaits trial on sex trafficking charges involving underage girls

Jul 12, 2019

Labor Secretary Alex Acosta resigns

Labor Secretary Alex Acosta has defended his handling of an old plea deal involving wealthy investor Jeffrey Epstein. But on Friday, he announced his resignation. Paula Reid has the latest.

Jul 12, 2019
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Jul 12, 2019
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Ex-prosecutor slams Acosta's defense of Epstein deal: "These are children"

Acosta maintains he did nothing wrong when he negotiated a widely-criticized plea deal for Jeffrey Epstein in 2008

Jul 11, 2019

Former prosecutor slams Acosta's defense

CBS News legal analyst Rikki Klieman joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the the press conference held by Labor Secretary Alex Acosta on Wednesday in which he defended his role in the Jeffrey Epstein child sex abuse case.

Jul 11, 2019
03:22

Trump told Acosta to defend himself publicly

Labor Secretary Alex Acosta says he will not resign over his role in Jeffrey Epstein’s child sex abuse case. Acosta spoke to reporters Wednesday and defended his controversial plea deal with the financier in 2008. Epstein served 13 months in jail and registered as a sex offender, after he was accused of abusing more than two dozen underage teenagers. Ben Tracy reports.

Jul 11, 2019
03:01

Acosta addresses role in Epstein plea

Paula Reid, Zeke Miller, Kim Wehle and Nancy Cordes join CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss Labor Secretary Alex Acosta's news conference Wednesday where he dismissed criticism of his handling of a controversial plea deal involving financier Jeffrey Epstein.

Jul 10, 2019
16:18

Acosta defends 2008 plea deal for Epstein

In a press conference Wednesday, Labor Secretary Alex Acosta defended his handling of a 2008 plea deal for billionaire sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Critics of the deal are demanding Acosta resign. Attorney Deborah Blum and CBS News' Natalie Brand have the latest.

Jul 10, 2019
09:50

7/10/19: Red and Blue

Labor Secy. Alex Acosta says he won't resign; House hearing on immigration center conditions.

Jul 10, 2019
49:13

Acosta defends controversial plea deal

Labor Secretary Alex Acosta is defending his handling of a plea deal from 2008. Wealthy financier Jeffrey Epstein, who is now facing sex trafficking charges, dodged federal charges with the old deal and spent just 13 months in county jail on prostitution charges. Mola Lenghi reports.

Jul 10, 2019
02:41

Acosta, embattled labor secretary, defends handling of Epstein case

In a news conference, Acosta defended the 2008 plea deal reached with Jeffrey Epstein, saying "we live in a very different world" today

Jul 10, 2019

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Epstein had "well in excess of 50" victims, accusers' lawyer says

Epstein faces federal child sex trafficking charges in New York City, where prosecutors say a raid of his home turned up hundreds of lewd photos

Jul 10, 2019

Dems ramp up calls for Alex Acosta to resign

Pressure is growing on Alex Acosta, President Trump's labor secretary, to step down. Democrats are blasting Acosta for a secret and generous plea deal he approved for financier Jeffrey Epstein more than a decade ago, when Acosta was a U.S. attorney in Florida. Epstein served 13 months in jail after being accused of sexually abusing dozens of underage girls, but was often released during the day. Epstein now faces child sex trafficking charges in New York City, where prosecutors say a raid of his home turned up hundreds of lewd photos. Ben Tracy reports.

Jul 10, 2019
03:31

Alex Acosta under fire over Epstein case

Labor Secretary Alex Acosta is facing growing calls to resign over his involvement in arranging a plea deal for billionaire Jeffrey Epstein in 2008. Epstein is facing sex trafficking charges. CBS News White House correspondent Paula Reid joins CBSN with the latest.

Jul 9, 2019
06:24

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Trump defends Acosta over Epstein case

President Trump commented on Labor Secretary Alex Acosta and on Jeffrey Epstein, who has been arrested on charges of sex trafficking. Acosta is under scrutiny for a prior case against Epstein in which Epstein was given a light sentence.

Jul 9, 2019
02:40

Alex Acosta under new scrutiny after Jeffrey Epstein arrest

Acosta was involved in a 2008 secret plea deal that allowed Epstein to avoid federal charges

Jul 9, 2019

Why Alex Acosta is "public enemy No. 2"

Billionaire financier Jeffrey Epstein is behind bars for underage sex trafficking charges. His lawyers say it's illegal double jeopardy because of a controversial plea bargain more than a decade ago. CBS News legal analyst Rikki Klieman joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss that 2008 plea deal and now-Labor Secretary Alex Acosta's role in keeping it under wraps.

Jul 9, 2019
02:49

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Jeffrey Epstein arrested on charges related to sex trafficking

Epstein is expected to appear in a New York federal court Monday

Jul 7, 2019

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Democrats bring Alex Acosta under the microscope

House Democrats sent a letter to Attorney General Bill Barr Friday

Mar 1, 2019

Sen. Ben Sasse questions Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh as he testifies before the Senate Judiciary Committee on Capitol Hill in Washington

Sasse calls on Justice Dept to investigate its treatment of Jeffrey Epstein

The multimillionaire financier accused of sexual abuse of dozens of teenage girls, settled one lawsuit Tuesday that would have allowed some of his accusers to testify against him

Dec 5, 2018

Attorney for sex abuse victims doubts Jeffrey Epstein will face more charges

Epstein is accused of sexually abusing dozens of teenage girls who were lured to his home

Dec 4, 2018

House Democrats want investigation into Alex Acosta's secret deal with Jeffrey Epstein

A recent report Acosta, when he was a U.S. attorney, gave a sweetheart deal to millionaire hedge fund sex offender Jeffrey Epstein

Dec 4, 2018

Some Cabinet members use their own planes for official travel

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Arizona House votes to repeal 1864 abortion law, measure now heads to the state Senate

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Secret Service agent assigned to Kamala Harris exhibits "distressing behavior"

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Rep. Donald Payne Jr., 6-term New Jersey Democrat, dies at 65

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Secret Service agent assigned to Kamala Harris exhibits "distressing behavior"

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Eric Church transforms hardship into harmony at new Nashville hotspot

Eric Church is revered as one of country music's most respected figures, often described as Nashville's renegade. But he admits that even after his success, he sometimes still sees himself as an outsider.

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Aaron Carter's previously unheard music to help kids mental health nonprofit

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How AI powered robots are helping small farms

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Amazon rolls out grocery delivery for Prime members, SNAP recipients

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5th person charged in killing of 2 Kansas moms, officials say

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