UK Releases More Files on Epstein-Linked Former US Ambassador Peter Mandelson
Mandelson's private exchanges reveal criticism of Prime Minister Keir Starmer's government but questions remain over why Mandelson failed security vetting.
TL;DR
- Over 1,500 pages of documents concerning Peter Mandelson's appointment as envoy to Washington have been released.
- Mandelson, who had ties to Jeffrey Epstein, assured the UK government they would "never regret" his appointment.
- Prime Minister Keir Starmer fired Mandelson after nine months in the role.
- Starmer stated the appointment was a mistake but claimed he was not informed about Mandelson failing security vetting.