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Rep. Maxwell Frost: Trump Likely to Slow Release of Epstein Records; Calls Acosta a 'Scumbag'

President Trump signed legislation directing the DOJ to disclose all unclassified records related to Jeffrey Epstein. Rep. Maxwell Frost (D-FL), a member of the House Oversight Committee, warned Trump is likely to try to slow the release. Frost also denounced former Labor Secretary Alex Acosta for his role in the earlier plea deal and warned of a heated redistricting battle in Florida. The records' release could prompt renewed scrutiny of prosecutorial decisions and official conduct.

05:44 AM, 11/23/2025Politics
Rep. Maxwell Frost: Trump Likely to Slow Release of Epstein Records; Calls Acosta a 'Scumbag'

Background

This week President Trump signed a bill directing the Department of Justice to release all unclassified records and documents related to the convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The move aims to increase transparency about how Epstein was handled by prosecutors and officials.

Frost's Response

Rep. Maxwell Alejandro Frost (D-FL), a member of the House Oversight Committee, told 'The Weekend: Primetime' he expects the administration will try to delay or slow-roll the disclosure. "I think Trump will do whatever he can to slow this down," Frost said, arguing that full and timely release is necessary for accountability.

"We need those records out now so survivors and the public can understand what happened," Frost said.

On Alex Acosta and Redistricting

Frost also criticized former Labor Secretary Alex Acosta, who as a U.S. attorney negotiated a controversial plea agreement with Epstein in 2008. Frost called Acosta a "scumbag," reflecting strong condemnation from some lawmakers and survivors over the handling of the earlier case.

Separately, Frost warned of a contentious redistricting fight in Florida, saying the process will be closely watched and could reshape political dynamics in the state.

Why It Matters

The release of these records could shed light on prosecutorial decisions and potential official misconduct. Lawmakers, survivors and the public are likely to scrutinize the documents as they become available—assuming there are no successful legal or administrative delays.

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