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Starmer Was Warned of ‘Reputational Risk’ over Mandelson’s Ties to Epstein, Files Show
Government files reveal officials warned Starmer of reputational risks due to Mandelson’s ties with Epstein before his 2024 US ambassador appointment, prompting political fallout and investigation.
- On Wednesday, March 11, the British government released documents confirming Prime Minister Keir Starmer was warned of "reputational risk" before appointing Peter Mandelson as ambassador to the United States.
- Starmer and former chief of staff Morgan McSweeney ignored warnings about Mandelson's ties to Jeffrey Epstein, with National Security Adviser Jonathan Powell describing the appointment as "weirdly rushed."
- Documents reveal Mandelson served as director for Russian conglomerate Sistema until 2017 and maintained a relationship with Epstein, reportedly staying at the financier's home in June 2009.
- Mandelson remains under investigation for alleged misconduct in public office, with the Metropolitan Police withholding documents to avoid prejudicing the ongoing criminal inquiry.
- Starmer has apologized to Epstein's victims for believing Mandelson's "lies" and regrets the appointment, while Cabinet Minister Darren Jones confirmed further files will be published as investigations conclude.
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