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Last week brought a deluge of revelations surrounding the former deputy prime minister, sparking numerous calls for her resignation. Today, a similar situation emerges with the UK’s ambassador to the United States, with fresh revelations surfacing and mounting pressure for his resignation. When the news reaches a cabinet minister, their shock is palpable, evoking a sense of déjà vu for those familiar with Westminster’s inner workings.
Peter Mandelson, a figure well-acquainted with controversy, faced two cabinet resignations two decades ago due to his questionable interactions with wealthy individuals. In 1998, he stepped down as Trade and Industry Secretary amid controversy over borrowing a significant sum from a ministerial colleague. Three years later, in 2001, he resigned as Northern Ireland Secretary following a dispute involving a passport application from an Indian billionaire. Now, Mandelson finds himself entangled in yet another scandal, this time involving the convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
The extent of Lord Mandelson’s association with Epstein has long been public knowledge, shifting the political spotlight to the prime minister’s judgment in appointing him. Downing Street’s response to inquiries about whether they were aware of these recent revelations beforehand remains evasive, emphasizing that proper procedures were followed before Mandelson’s appointment. The crux of the matter lies in whether Downing Street overlooked the full extent of Mandelson’s ties to Epstein or simply hoped to contain any potential fallout in light of his qualifications for the role.
In a candid on-camera interview with The Sun, the ambassador hinted at further revelations on the horizon, hinting at the existence of over 100 emails exchanged between Mandelson and Epstein between 2005 and 2010. A particular email from 2008, where Mandelson urged Epstein to “fight for early release” as he faced charges of soliciting a minor, has raised eyebrows. Despite the gravity of these revelations, Lord Mandelson maintains that he was misled by Epstein’s assurances of innocence, a defense that may be tested as more details come to light
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