The documents show that Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer was advised that Lord Mandelson's relationship with Epstein posed a "general reputational risk" ahead of his confirmation as US ambassador. In an advisory note sent to the prime minister on 11 December 2024, nine days before he was confirmed as ambassador, other reputational risks flagged to the prime minister included Lord Mandelson's previous sackings from government.
Only 31 percent of Americans consider Donald Trump 'honest and trustworthy,' marking the lowest level recorded since the start of his second term. Meanwhile, 53 percent of Americans state he is not honest.