US justice department blocking Met police investigation into Mandelson, reports say – UK politics live
Summary
The UK police inquiry into Peter Mandelson has slowed because the US Justice Department has not shared evidence linked to Jeffrey Epstein. The US wants a formal legal request, which can take many months, delaying the investigation into Mandelson, who was arrested over public office misconduct.Key Facts
- The UK investigation involves Peter Mandelson, a former business secretary and US ambassador.
- Scotland Yard asked the US for documents related to Jeffrey Epstein’s files.
- The US Justice Department demands a Mutual Legal Assistance (MLA) request to release evidence.
- The MLA process can take several months to over a year, causing delays.
- Met Police Commissioner Mark Rowley personally traveled to Washington without progress.
- The UK Foreign Office refused to give a security screening summary of Mandelson to a senior civil servant.
- Mandelson was arrested in February on suspicion of misconduct in public office.
- Meanwhile, President Donald Trump has threatened tariffs on the UK over its digital services tax on US tech firms.
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