Morgan McSweeney
INTELLIGENCE SUMMARY
Morgan McSweeney resigned as UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer's chief of staff on February 8, 2026, taking responsibility for his role in recommending Peter Mandelson for appointment as UK ambassador to the US despite Mandelson's documented ties to Jeffrey Epstein. McSweeney, who was a protégé of Mandelson and a key advocate for his appointment, acknowledged the decision was "wrong" and stated it had "damaged" the Labour Party, the country, and trust in politics. His resignation came after the release of the Epstein Files intensified public and political scrutiny over the vetting process and the government's judgment in appointing someone with Epstein connections to a sensitive diplomatic role.
Determination Timeline
Morgan McSweeney resigned as UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer's chief of staff after acknowledging he had advised the appointment of Peter Mandelson as US ambassador despite Mandelson's links to Jeffrey Epstein.
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Morgan McSweeney - Resigned from position
Mr. McSweeney, the former chief of staff to Prime Minister Keir Starmer of Britain, resigned under pressure on Feb. 8 after days of political upheaval over his …
Relationship of Peter Mandelson and Jeffrey Epstein
On 8 February 2026, following increasing internal pressures, McSweeney resigned as Starmer's chief of staff. In a written statement, McSweeney took responsibili…
UK PM's chief of staff Morgan McSweeney quits after scandal tied to Jeffrey Epstein
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer's chief of staff Morgan McSweeney has resigned. It comes after mounting pressure over Starmer's appointment of Peter Mandels…
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