Minister Insists Starmer's Premiership Safe Despite Mandelson Row
Housing Secretary Steve Reed defends Prime Minister Keir Starmer, claiming he was misled by Lord Mandelson about Epstein ties. Labour MPs express fury over diplomatic appointment.
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Mouse Interrupts Badenoch's TV Interview on Mandelson Scandal
A mouse scurried past Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch during an ITV interview as she pressed Labour over Lord Mandelson's Epstein ties. The PM faces pressure to release vetting documents.
Mandelson Epstein Emails: 'Liberation Day' Scandal Deepens
Peter Mandelson celebrated Jeffrey Epstein's jail release as 'Liberation Day' in crude emails, raising questions about Sir Keir Starmer's judgment and triggering a major political crisis.
Mandelson Files Threaten Starmer's Premiership
Keir Starmer's leadership faces a critical threat as the release of documents detailing Peter Mandelson's US ambassador appointment and Epstein ties is forced through Parliament.
Minister Defends Mandelson's 'Rational' Washington Appointment
Labour's Steve Reed argues Peter Mandelson's ambassador role was logical at the time, but condemns his lies about ties to Jeffrey Epstein that led to his sacking.
Labour MPs Revolt Over Mandelson-Epstein Scandal
Sir Keir Starmer's premiership is in peril as Labour backbenchers, including Angela Rayner, express fury over the appointment of Lord Mandelson as US ambassador despite Epstein links. Cabinet minister Steve Reed blames vetting failures.
Starmer Leadership Crisis Over Mandelson Scandal
Keir Starmer faces mounting pressure as the Mandelson-Epstein scandal escalates, with Labour MPs rebelling and leadership rivals circling amid warnings his authority is shattered.
Labour MPs Revolt Over Mandelson's Epstein-Linked Appointment
Sir Keir Starmer's premiership faces mounting pressure from Labour MPs furious over his approval of Peter Mandelson as Washington ambassador despite Epstein links. The PM admitted knowledge of the friendship, sparking a mutiny led by Angela Rayner.
Starmer: Community Decline Threatens National Security
Prime Minister Keir Starmer announces £800m high street funding while warning that political neglect has undermined Britain, as he faces pressure over the Mandelson scandal.
Labour MPs Rebel Over Mandelson-Epstein Scandal
Keir Starmer faces mounting pressure from Labour MPs over his approval of Peter Mandelson's US ambassador appointment despite Epstein links, with documents now under parliamentary control.
Starmer Under Pressure From MPs Over Mandelson Scandal
Keir Starmer faces mounting pressure from Labour MPs over his approval of Lord Mandelson as US ambassador despite Epstein links, with documents release approved but delayed.
Green Party Surge Marks Turning Point in UK Politics
The Green Party's unprecedented growth in Lewisham highlights a broader political realignment, as left-wing voters abandon Labour over issues like Gaza and local policies.
Rayner's Knife Could Finish Starmer - Will She Take Crown?
Angela Rayner's dramatic decision to vote with Tories against Keir Starmer over Mandelson files has positioned her as potential successor, leaving the PM's integrity shattered and leadership in peril.
Jackson Jr. Seeks Redemption in Illinois House Bid
Former congressman Jesse Jackson Jr. campaigns for his old House seat, framing his 2013 campaign fraud conviction as part of a redemption story while facing primary challengers.
DWP Explains Data Sharing Amid Devolution Bill Scrutiny
The Department for Work and Pensions has issued a statement on its data sharing practices with local authorities, following calls for reform from policy experts during a parliamentary committee hearing.
MPs Approve Mandelson-Epstein Files Release
MPs have voted to release documents on Peter Mandelson's US ambassador appointment, overriding police concerns. Keir Starmer faces a rebellion as his amendment is defeated.
DWP Appoints 12-Member PIP Review Steering Group
The Department for Work and Pensions has appointed 12 members with lived experience to a steering group for the first comprehensive review of Personal Independence Payment.
Bessent's Treasury Testimony Sparks Capitol Hill Chaos
A congressional hearing with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent descended into shouting matches and personal insults as Democrats clashed over fiscal policy and Trump family business dealings.
Vance Mocks Journalists, Backs Trump DOJ Case Against Lemon
Vice President JD Vance has mocked CNN's Kaitlan Collins and defended the Justice Department's case against journalist Don Lemon, who faces charges related to a church protest.
Hermer Fast-Tracked Racist Tweet Charge for Tory Wife
New documents reveal Labour Attorney General Lord Hermer approved emergency prosecution of Lucy Connolly within 12 hours after her inflammatory tweet following Southport riots.
Vikki Campion Touted as Potential One Nation Candidate
Barnaby Joyce's wife Vikki Campion is being discussed as a potential One Nation candidate as the party recruits high-profile figures, while Nationals MP Llew O'Brien also considers defection.
Mandelson's Downfall Exposes Labour's Three-Decade Betrayal
The dramatic political downfall of Peter Mandelson reveals how successive Labour leaders knowingly nurtured a controversial figure now exposed for sharing state secrets with Jeffrey Epstein.
Starmer in Crisis as Rayner Forces Climbdown Over Mandelson
Sir Keir Starmer faces a severe leadership crisis after Angela Rayner forced a humiliating U-turn on his handling of the Peter Mandelson scandal, with ministers reportedly considering resignation.
Post Journalist Laid Off While Reporting from Ukraine War
Washington Post correspondent Lizzie Johnson was laid off while reporting from Ukraine, describing harsh conditions and devastation as mass cuts hit the newspaper.
Labour MPs Rebel Against Starmer Over Mandelson Scandal
Keir Starmer faces mounting pressure from Labour MPs over his decision to appoint Lord Mandelson as US ambassador despite Epstein links. Documents release approved but delayed.
Melania Trump Dismisses Epstein Question at White House
First Lady Melania Trump quickly brushed off a reporter's question about Ghislaine Maxwell during an event honouring freed Israeli hostages, amid recent Epstein document releases.
GOP Splits Over Trump's Election Nationalisation Plan
Donald Trump's call to nationalise US elections has exposed deep divisions within the Republican Party, pitting staunch supporters against constitutional traditionalists.
Ethics Alarm Over Trump Official's Jewelry Ad with Title
A government ethics watchdog has filed a formal complaint after a Trump administration official appeared in a diamond jewelry advertisement using her official Energy Department title, raising concerns about improper endorsements.
MP Demands Ban on Social Media Sales of Human Remains
Bell Ribeiro-Addy presents bill to outlaw the unregulated trade of human body parts online, citing disturbing examples including vertebrae candlesticks.
Starmer's Community Revival Speech Amid Mandelson Scandal
Prime Minister Keir Starmer will deliver a major speech warning that community decline threatens national security, as he attempts to move past the Peter Mandelson controversy.
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