British politician Peter Mandelson faces pressure to quit House of Lords over Jeffrey Epstein ties

Associated Press (AP)CenterEN 6 min read 100% complete by By JILL LAWLESSFebruary 2, 2026 at 04:23 PM

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British politician Peter Mandelson is facing increasing pressure to resign from the House of Lords due to his ties to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Mandelson, who previously served as Britain's ambassador to Washington, is being urged to disclose the extent of his relationship with Epstein following new revelations. He resigned from the governing Labour Party on Sunday. Like Prince Andrew, Mandelson is facing scrutiny and demands for transparency regarding his association with Epstein. The controversy threatens to further tarnish Mandelson's political career.

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Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor 40% King Charles III 40% UK ×250% Labour Party 50% Keir Starmer ×250% Donald Trump ×250% United States ×460% House of Lords 60% Washington ×360% Jeffrey Epstein ×280% Peter Mandelson ×790%

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