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Starmer Faces Fresh Questions After Mandelson Sacking. Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is under mounting pressure over his decision to appoint Peter Mandelson as Britain’s ambassador to the United States just days after dismissing him for his links to Jeffrey Epstein. Starmer acted after reviewing emails that revealed Mandelson sent supportive messages to the disgraced financier while he faced sex offence charges in 2008. Officials now admit the “depth” of that relationship was not known when Mandelson was given the post last year. The Conservatives are demanding full disclosure of all vetting documents and communications linked to the appointment. Some Labour MPs are also questioning Starmer’s judgment in choosing Mandelson for the role in the first place. Downing Street insists vetting was handled by government departments and denies any involvement by No 10. A spokesman said the prime minister found the emails “reprehensible,” while critics argue he must urgently explain what he knew before backing Mandelson in Parliament earlier this week.
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