Acosta Resigns as Trump’s Labor Secretary After Epstein Plea Deal – The New York Times

Earlier this week, federal prosecutors in Manhattan brought new charges against Mr. Epstein, accusing him of sex trafficking, which revived concerns about the federal government’s handling of sex crimes charges against Mr. Epstein more than a decade ago. They also resurrected Mr. Trump’s previous relationship with Mr. Epstein, whom he described as “a terrific guy” in 2002.

Democrats on Thursday demanded a briefing from the Justice Department about the 2008 agreement not to prosecute Mr. Epstein.

Mr. Trump said that Patrick Pizzella, the deputy secretary of labor, will be the acting secretary.