Mandelson Regrets Epstein Link | US News
- Peter Mandelson, Britain's ambassador to the United States, has expressed regret regarding his past association with Jeffrey Epstein. The UK ambassador's links to the late financier, a convicted...
- Epstein, who faced sex trafficking charges, died by suicide in August 2019 while awaiting trial.He had previously served time for procuring a minor for prostitution.
- At the time, Lord Mandelson served as Buisness Secretary under then-Prime Minister Gordon Brown.He assumed his role as UK ambassador to the United States in December 2024.
Peter Mandelson, the UK ambassador to the United States, now regrets his association with Jeffrey Epstein, the late convicted sex offender. Mandelson’s past links, including a stay at epstein’s Manhattan apartment, surfaced in a 2019 report. The ambassador, who once called Donald Trump a ”danger to the world,” is under scrutiny. His regret reflects a shift in position for someone representing British interests in Washington, D.C. News Directory 3 continues to bring you the stories that matter. Discover what’s next for Mandelson as he navigates the evolving political landscape.
Mandelson Expresses Regret Over Epstein association
Updated May 27, 2025
Peter Mandelson, Britain’s ambassador to the United States, has expressed regret regarding his past association with Jeffrey Epstein. The UK ambassador’s links to the late financier, a convicted sex offender, came to light in a 2019 JP Morgan report filed in New York court.
Epstein, who faced sex trafficking charges, died by suicide in August 2019 while awaiting trial.He had previously served time for procuring a minor for prostitution. The JP Morgan report indicated that Mandelson stayed at Epstein’s Manhattan apartment during that period. In a 2009 email, Epstein told his banker that “Peter will be staying at 71st over weekend…”
At the time, Lord Mandelson served as Buisness Secretary under then-Prime Minister Gordon Brown.He assumed his role as UK ambassador to the United States in December 2024.
When asked about staying at Epstein’s apartment while the financier was incarcerated,Mandelson said,”I’m not answering any questions about him. My knowledge of him is something I regret. I wish I’d never met him in the first place.”
Questioned about maintaining contact with Epstein during his jail time, Lord Mandelson responded, “Why did many people meet him? He was a prolific networker. And I wish I’d never met him in the first place,” highlighting the widespread networking that Jeffrey Epstein engaged in.
As ambassador, Lord Mandelson represents British interests in Washington.He has pledged to treat Donald Trump’s administration with “respect, seriousness and understanding.”
This stance marks a shift from his earlier criticism of Trump. In 2019, Mandelson described the U.S. president as a “danger to the world.” He later apologized for those remarks, calling them “ill-judged and wrong.”
Even those who have a sneaking admiration for Donald Trump because of his personality, nonetheless regard him as reckless, and a danger to the world.
What’s next
Mandelson is expected to continue navigating the complex relationship between the UK and the US, notably as political landscapes evolve. His past associations and statements will likely remain under scrutiny as he carries out his diplomatic duties.