Mandelson’s messages threaten to derail UK-US Trump ties

UK officials fear that documents from former ambassador Peter Mandelson could be released, exposing candid views on Donald Trump and responses from Downing Street and the Foreign Office and potentially harming the UK–US relationship as MPs demand transparency. The Intelligence and Security Committee will review the materials, while the FCDO chief reassures staff; Mandelson’s controversial ties to Epstein and his departure as ambassador add to the sensitivity of the disclosures.