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Lord Peter Mandelson’s connection with Jeffrey Epstein continued until 2016, as per recently released documents. This comes after the revelation of a previous instance in March 2010, where the former business secretary sought advice from Epstein on a banking deal shortly after the financier’s release from prison for child sex offences. Lord Mandelson faced repercussions for his association with Epstein, ultimately leading to his dismissal as the UK’s ambassador to the US in September. The peer had exchanged supportive messages with Epstein following his guilty plea in 2008 for soliciting a minor.
Newly disclosed documents from the US House of Representatives Oversight Committee shed light on an email exchange between Epstein and Lord Mandelson in November 2015. In these messages, Epstein mentioned the peer’s 63rd birthday and Lord Mandelson hinted at spending more time in the US to extend his life. The conversation delved into discussions around the upcoming US presidential election and references to staying away from certain individuals. Lord Mandelson refrained from commenting on these emails when approached by the BBC, emphasizing his decision to maintain silence on the matter.
Despite the public knowledge of Lord Mandelson’s past friendship with Epstein, the depth of their relationship was brought into question leading to his removal as an ambassador. Released emails revealed instances where Lord Mandelson urged Epstein to fight for early release before his prison sentence. The peer had expressed admiration for Epstein in these correspondences, claiming to have been misled by his deceit. Lord Mandelson, known for his role in the New Labour project alongside Tony Blair, has been a prominent figure in British politics for over four decades, serving various ministerial positions until Labour lost power in 2010.
The email exchanges between Lord Mandelson and Jeffrey Epstein, unveiled through documents from Epstein’s estate, have raised further questions about the extent of their relationship and Lord Mandelson’s involvement with the convicted sex offender. Despite assertions of regret and lack of awareness of Epstein’s wrongdoings, Lord Mandelson’s ties to Epstein have sparked controversy and scrutiny of his judgment. The disclosures have cast a shadow over Lord Mandelson’s political career, which has been marked by significant contributions to the New Labour movement and roles in the British government until recent years
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