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Top UK Aide Quits Over Ambassador Pick
Morgan McSweeney quit on Sunday as Keir Starmer's chief of staff. McSweeney advised the Prime Minister to appoint Peter Mandelson.
Mandelson became UK ambassador to the US. Details then emerged about Mandelson's links to Jeffrey Epstein.
Criticism grew over this connection. McSweeney took full responsibility for the advice. He resigned because of the backlash.
Klear Note — Chief of staff is the top aide who advises the Prime Minister daily. UK ambassador to US is one of Britain's most important diplomatic positions.
Key Terms 4
- Keir Starmer
- Prime Minister of the United Kingdom
- Chief of staff
- Top aide who helps run the Prime Minister's office
- Peter Mandelson
- Senior UK politician appointed as ambassador to the US
- Jeffrey Epstein
- Financier convicted of serious crimes involving abuse