A member of the Labour party expressed deep concern over purported emails exchanged between Peter Mandelson and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Mike Tapp reacted with unease upon hearing a message from Mandelson to Epstein during an interview with BBC’s Charlie Stayt, where Mandelson expressed high regard for Epstein. The Labour party leader, Keir Starmer, faces internal pressure to dismiss Mandelson from his position as the US Ambassador.
Following the surfacing of new emails, including one sent by Mandelson to Epstein during Epstein’s child sex charges, sentiments within the Labour party are turning against Mandelson. Backbench MP Andy McDonald emphasized the lack of support for Mandelson within the party, calling for his immediate resignation or termination by the Prime Minister.
Although Starmer defended Mandelson in Parliament, the revelation of the emails has fueled calls for Mandelson’s removal. Various Labour members have voiced strong opinions against Mandelson, with concerns raised about the Prime Minister’s judgment in appointing him despite prior knowledge of his association with Epstein.
Lord Mandelson expressed regret to The Sun for maintaining ties with Epstein beyond what he deemed appropriate, highlighting that it was not a business relationship. Mandelson denied having knowledge of Epstein’s criminal activities and expressed embarrassment over the content of the emails. However, calls for accountability are intensifying, with demands for Mandelson to cooperate with investigators.
US lawyer Gloria Allred, representing Epstein survivors, urged Mandelson to submit to questioning to aid the survivors. Allred emphasized the importance of actions over words in supporting the survivors, suggesting that resignation may be necessary if cooperation is not forthcoming.
