U.K. Investigates Peter Mandelson Over Jeffrey Epstein Ties

New York Times - WorldEN 4 min read 100% complete by Stephen Castle and Lizzie DeardenFebruary 3, 2026 at 11:24 PM

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The Metropolitan Police in London have launched a criminal investigation into Peter Mandelson, a former British ambassador to the U.S., for potential "misconduct in public office offenses" related to his dealings with Jeffrey Epstein. The investigation was announced the same day Mandelson resigned from the House of Lords. The probe stems from revelations in the Epstein files, which suggest Mandelson may have shared confidential government information with Epstein while serving as business secretary in 2009. Documents indicate he forwarded a confidential document intended for the prime minister to Epstein and advised Epstein on influencing British policy regarding a tax on bankers' bonuses. Mandelson was previously fired from his ambassadorial role in 2025 when his ties to Epstein became apparent.

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