UK PM Starmer admits his ‘mistake’ in appointing Mandelson as US ambassador
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UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has admitted to a "mistake" in appointing Peter Mandelson as the UK ambassador to the US. This follows the release of government documents revealing concerns about Mandelson's "general reputational risk" due to his association with Jeffrey Epstein. Starmer is facing scrutiny over his judgment and potential procedural lapses, as his own comments were absent from the released documents. He apologized to Epstein's victims, acknowledging his responsibility in the appointment. Downing Street has denied allegations of a "cover-up" related to the release of information. Further details remain undisclosed due to an ongoing Metropolitan Police investigation.
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