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What is release of files from Mandelson’s US ambassador appointment likely to reveal?

MPs press for release of documents on Mandelson’s US ambassadorship and Epstein ties to understand what was known.
The piece notes Starmer admitted Mandelson’s Epstein links persisted after Epstein’s conviction.
The article questions how the appointment was justified given Mandelson’s known flaws and Epstein ties.
The report highlights who made the decision, with scrutiny on Mandelson ally Morgan McSweeney.
The piece asks whether anyone at No 10 pushed back against the appointment.
The article notes Starmer’s claim Mandelson lied about Epstein connections.
The vetting process and data protection rules limit what can be published.
The piece frames the issue as a test of Starmer’s political judgment and leadership.
The article emphasizes ongoing scrutiny over how ties to Epstein intersect with Trump connections.

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