Jeffrey Epstein's indictment is just the tip of the iceberg | By eliehonig for CNNOpinion
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The fallout from the Southern District of New York's indictment of Jeffrey Epstein has already been seismic: Epstein, a well-connected billionaire, is currently behind bars, pending a judge's bail decision on Thursday, and Labor Secretary Alex Acosta has tendered his resignation. And this is just the start. The signs are all there that more people -- including the rich, powerful and well-connected -- may well tumble as the case unfolds.
Elie Honig How will we learn who else was involved in Epstein's alleged sex trafficking ring? First, as the Epstein case proceeds, prosecutors will publicly file papers that refer to other participants.
Robert Mueller public hearing may be delayed one week 02:10With that impediment in mind, I would focus on the most important and unambiguous of Mueller's own conclusions. In the report, Mueller lists 11 incidents of potentially"obstructive conduct." For each, Mueller lists the three legal elements necessary to prove obstruction of justice: obstructive act, "nexus" to an ongoing investigation or legal proceeding and corrupt intent.
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