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Peter Mandelson Resigns Amid Epstein Leak Investigation

2/5/2026

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Peter Mandelson, a politician and House of Lords member, has resigned amid a criminal investigation.
The investigation concerns allegations he leaked sensitive information to Jeffrey Epstein.
U.S. Department of Justice documents suggest he shared details as business secretary under Gordon Brown.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer expressed dismay, saying Mandelson let his country down.
The Cabinet Office referred the case to the Metropolitan Police for misconduct in public office.

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Peter Mandelson, a politician and House of Lords member, has resigned amid a criminal investigation.
The investigation concerns allegations he leaked sensitive information to Jeffrey Epstein.
U.S. Department of Justice documents suggest he shared details as business secretary under Gordon Brown.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer expressed dismay, saying Mandelson let his country down.
The Cabinet Office referred the case to the Metropolitan Police for misconduct in public office.