All articles tagged with #uk ambassador
Originally Published 3 months ago — by BBC
The family of Virginia Giuffre criticizes Lord Mandelson's appointment as UK ambassador to the US, citing his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein, which was not fully disclosed at the time of his appointment. Mandelson was later sacked after emails revealed his supportive messages to Epstein, highlighting concerns about systemic corruption and accountability in government appointments.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by BBC
Sir Keir Starmer questioned Peter Mandelson about his links to Jeffrey Epstein before appointing him as UK ambassador to the US, but new emails revealing supportive messages to Epstein led to Mandelson's sacking amid scrutiny over his relationship with the convicted paedophile.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by BBC
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces scrutiny over his appointment of Lord Mandelson as ambassador to the US, following Mandelson's sacking due to his past supportive messages to Jeffrey Epstein and new revelations about their relationship, raising questions about vetting processes and political accountability.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by BBC.com
President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Warren Stephens, CEO of Stephens Inc, as the US ambassador to the UK. Stephens, a significant donor to Trump's re-election campaign, is expected to help maintain the 'special relationship' between the US and UK. Despite initially opposing Trump in 2016, Stephens has since supported him, contributing to Republican causes. The role of ambassador to the UK is a prestigious diplomatic position often given to prominent supporters.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The New York Times
President Trump has selected Warren Stephens, a billionaire investment banker, as the new U.S. Ambassador to the United Kingdom.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Hill
President-elect Trump has appointed investment banker Warren Stephens as the U.S. ambassador to the United Kingdom. Stephens, a successful businessman and longtime Republican donor, has previously supported conservative groups and Trump's presidential campaigns. UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer expressed his eagerness to work with Trump, emphasizing the strong alliance between the U.S. and the UK. Trump has also announced other ambassadorial appointments, including Charles Kushner to France and Mike Huckabee to Israel.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Daily Beast
The U.K. ambassador to Mexico, Jon Benjamin, was dismissed after a video surfaced showing him pointing an assault rifle at an employee, an act criticized as insensitive given Mexico's ongoing violence issues.