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Investigation Uncovers Potential Epstein Ties to Mandelson

2/26/2026

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A former peer was released on bail amid an investigation into alleged misconduct in public office.
MPs passed a motion demanding documents related to Lord Mandelson's appointment.
Sir Keir Starmer said he wants to release the files but must protect national security.
The documents may reveal ties between Lord Mandelson and financier Jeffrey Epstein.
The government handed the disclosure process to the cross-party Independent Scrutiny Committee (ISC).

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A former peer was released on bail amid an investigation into alleged misconduct in public office.
MPs passed a motion demanding documents related to Lord Mandelson's appointment.
Sir Keir Starmer said he wants to release the files but must protect national security.
The documents may reveal ties between Lord Mandelson and financier Jeffrey Epstein.
The government handed the disclosure process to the cross-party Independent Scrutiny Committee (ISC).