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Starmer's top aide Morgan McSweeney resigns

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Morgan McSweeney has resigned as chief of staff to Sir Keir Starmer following the controversy over Peter Mandelson's appointment as US ambassador. He stated, "The decision to appoint Peter Mandelson was wrong," taking full responsibility for his advice on the matter. McSweeney’s resignation comes amid backlash from Labour MPs blaming him for the fallout related to Mandelson's connections with Jeffrey Epstein.

Starmer called McSweeney’s contributions pivotal, acknowledging, "He turned our party around after one of its worst ever defeats." The Mandelson scandal has raised questions about Starmer's judgment, with calls for an independent inquiry into party practices.


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