R. Alexander Acosta, former dean of Florida International University College of Law and a former U.S. attorney, was confirmed as labor secretary by the Senate, becoming the only Latino in President Trump's cabinet. The confirmation completes Trump's cabinet and comes at a crucial moment as he nears the 100-day mark in office. Acosta has faced criticism for his role in a plea deal with Jeffrey Epstein, but defended the deal based on evidence.
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