03.02.2026 19:36
Documents from the Jeffrey Epstein files have revealed a scandal that will shake British politics. A photo of former Labour Party member and former US Ambassador Peter Mandelson, taken in Epstein's luxury apartment in Paris while wearing only underwear and a t-shirt, has emerged. Mandelson appears to be conversing with an unidentified woman in a bathrobe.
New documents emerging from the Jeffrey Epstein files have unveiled a scandal that will shake British politics. Former Labour heavyweight and former US Ambassador Peter Mandelson has made headlines with a photo taken in Epstein's luxurious Paris apartment, showing him in nothing but underwear and a t-shirt.
The scandalous photo shows Mandelson chatting with an unidentified woman in a bathrobe. The images surfaced among millions of Epstein documents released by the US Department of Justice.
"I Don't Remember What I Was Doing" Defense
Speaking about the photo, Mandelson claimed in an interview with The Times that he had "no idea" about the images.
"I don't know what I was doing in this photo or who the woman is. It looks like she came in and showed me something on an iPad."
However, this statement was met with public backlash. Many users on social media commented, "Were state secrets being discussed in underwear?"
Secret Documents, Money Transfers, and Investigation Possibility
The scandal doesn't stop there. Newly released documents suggest that Mandelson may have transferred sensitive government information to Epstein. Additionally, there are records in the files indicating that a total of $75,000 was sent to accounts linked to Mandelson in 2003 and 2004.
Mandelson denies these allegations, stating that he "absolutely remembers nothing" about receiving money from Epstein and suggests that some financial documents may be fake.
Details of Money Received for His Spouse
On the other hand, Mandelson admitted that his spouse received money from Epstein. However, he argued that this money was "educational support" provided through a foundation for his spouse's osteopathy training. He particularly emphasized that there was no irregularity or pressure.
Relationship with Epstein: "A Master Manipulator"
Mandelson confessed that he continued to meet with Epstein even after he was convicted in 2008 for crimes against a minor.
"He told me he was being framed and set up. I deeply regret maintaining my relationship with him."
Describing Epstein as "a master manipulator," Mandelson characterized the events as "a crisis that changed my life."
Removed from Office, Parted Ways with the Party
Following the outbreak of the scandal, Mandelson was removed from his position at the US Embassy. Initially supported by Prime Minister Keir Starmer, he stepped back as new documents emerged.
Mandelson resigned from the Labour Party to prevent further embarrassment. Starmer also stated that Mandelson should not remain in the House of Lords and called for an urgent review of all correspondence with Epstein.
Former Prime Minister Gordon Brown also intervened, demanding an official investigation into the allegations of the disclosure of secret state information. Opposition parties are calling for the police to examine the case.
"The Smell Never Goes Away" Analogy
Mandelson made a striking analogy while describing his relationship with Epstein:
"This relationship is like dog poop... The smell never goes away."
Currently living unemployed in the rural Wiltshire, Mandelson says he will not completely withdraw from the public eye. However, with investigations ongoing and new documents continuing to emerge from the Epstein files, the view that this scandal is far from over prevails.
The Epstein-Mandelson scandal, which seems likely to resonate in British politics for a long time, may witness even more shocking developments in the coming days.