The U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer is facing mounting political pressure over his decision to appoint Peter Mandelson as ambassador to the United States, CNN reported.
The controversy has intensified after reports that Mandelson failed security vetting before his appointment, but officials allegedly overruled concerns.
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According to The Guardian, Starmer said he was unaware of the failed checks and expressed anger over not being informed. Downing Street has since removed a senior civil servant, while scrutiny from opposition leaders and lawmakers continues.
The row is linked to Mandelson’s alleged ties to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, which resurfaced through U.S. Justice Department files. Mandelson denies wrongdoing.
Starmer is expected to address Parliament, while further testimony from officials could shape the outcome. The controversy comes ahead of local elections, raising questions about leadership stability.
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