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No 10 questioned Peter Mandelson on Epstein links before appointment: Report
Peter Mandelson was dismissed as UK ambassador to the US after emails revealed his supportive messages to Jeffrey Epstein and unvetted business links, prompting scrutiny of the appointment process.
- Sir Keir Starmer asked Lord Mandelson about his connections to Jeffrey Epstein before his appointment as UK ambassador to the US, following initial vetting results that raised concerns about their friendship.
- New information concerning Mandelson's ties to Epstein led to his dismissal after emails were reported, showing supportive statements he made after Epstein's previous guilty plea.
- The emails indicated that Mandelson's relationship with Epstein was more extensive than was disclosed during the vetting process.
- Pressure is mounting on Starmer regarding his judgment in appointing Mandelson amid controversies about their ties to Epstein.
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Leaning Left15Leaning Right5Center6Last UpdatedBias Distribution58% Left
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- 58% of the sources lean Left
58% Left
L 58%
C 23%
R 19%
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