UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer apologized Thursday to victims of Jeffrey Epstein for appointing Peter Mandelson as Britain's ambassador to Washington, a decision that has drawn intense scrutiny due to Mandelson's previously undisclosed ties to the disgraced financier. The apology came amid a swirl of other news developments, including the arrest of a Maryland man for allegedly plotting to kill a government official and the ongoing search for Savannah Guthrie's missing mother.
According to Euronews, Starmer stated in a speech that Mandelson had "portrayed Epstein as someone he barely knew." Newly released documents have revealed further details of Mandelson's relationship with Epstein, suggesting a closer connection than previously acknowledged. This appointment has placed significant pressure on Starmer.
The Epstein scandal continues to generate headlines. As reported by Variety and Euronews, the search for 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie, mother of journalist Savannah Guthrie, remains ongoing after she went missing from her Tucson home. The FBI is involved, offering a reward and investigating a ransom note. Prince Andrew also vacated Royal Lodge amidst the ongoing scrutiny related to Epstein, as reported by Euronews.
Other developments include the arrest of a Maryland man who allegedly planned to kill Office of Management and Budget Director Russell Vought, motivated by fears of a "fascist takeover," according to Variety and Euronews. Additionally, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney unveiled a plan to boost the electric vehicle industry, including incentives and tax breaks, as reported by the NY Times. This initiative aims to reduce economic reliance on the United States amidst strained relations.
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