Starmer Denies Knowledge of Mandelson-Epstein Emails While Backing Former Ambassador

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has stated he was unaware of the email correspondence between Peter Mandelson and the disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein when he publicly defended Mandelson’s role as then-US ambassador in the House of Commons.

Starmer’s Defense Under Scrutiny

The revelation of these emails has put Starmer’s past support of Mandelson under intense scrutiny. Critics are questioning the timing and nature of Starmer’s backing, given the serious allegations surrounding Epstein.

What were the emails about?

The exact content of the emails between Mandelson and Epstein remains undisclosed, adding further fuel to the controversy. Investigations are likely underway to determine the nature of their communication and its potential relevance to Mandelson’s ambassadorship.