UK PM Starmer avoids parliamentary probe over Mandelson appointment as US envoy
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer avoided a parliamentary probe into his appointment of Peter Mandelson as US ambassador, despite allegations of improper pressure and security vetting failures. Parliament voted 335 to 223 against referring him to the privileges committee, which investigates misconduct. Starmer denied wrongdoing, calling the motion a political stunt, while former aides admitted mistakes in the appointment process. The scandal has persisted for months, contributing to resignations and ongoing public scrutiny.
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