Starmer’s Epstein Crisis

New York Times - WorldCenter-LeftEN 6 min read 100% complete by Katrin BennholdFebruary 9, 2026 at 10:29 PM

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long article 6 min

The article discusses the political fallout from the release of the Epstein files, particularly in Britain, where Prime Minister Keir Starmer is facing a crisis. Although Starmer himself has no known direct connection to Jeffrey Epstein, his ambassador to the U.S., Peter Mandelson, was fired in September after his ties to Epstein surfaced. Subsequently, Starmer's chief of staff and communications chief resigned due to their connections to Mandelson and the scandal. The situation has led to calls for Starmer's resignation and has significantly damaged his government, potentially impacting his chances in the 2029 elections. The article highlights how the Epstein scandal, originating in the U.S., has become a major political issue for Starmer in Britain.

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epstein scandal 100% keir starmer 90% political crisis 70% peter mandelson 70% resignations 60% british government 60% epstein files 50% political fallout 50% sexual abuse 40%

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New York Times - World
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Center-Left (-0.30)
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United States

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