Morgan McSweeney: I made 'serious mistake' advising Keir Starmer to appoint Mandelson

Morgan McSweeney, the former chief of staff to the Prime Minister, admitted he made a 'serious mistake' in recommending Lord Mandelson as the UK's ambassador to the US. Following revelations about Mandelson's friendship with Jeffrey Epstein, McSweeney stated he realized the peer had not provided the 'full truth' about their relationship. Despite concerns raised by vetting officials, Mandelson received security clearance, and McSweeney was asked to send follow-up questions to Mandelson regarding his association with Epstein.