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Trump Aides Tried to Block Mandelson as UK Ambassador to US

First article: 20 mar. 2026, 13:14 | Last update: 20 mar. 2026, 13:14 | 1 source | 1 article

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Aides to former US President Donald Trump reportedly tried to block the appointment of Peter Mandelson as the UK ambassador to the United States, according to recent reports. The alleged attempt to interfere with the UK's choice of ambassador highlights potential strains in the relationship between the two countries during Trump's presidency. The motivations behind the effort to block Mandelson's appointment remain unclear.

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Trump aides tried to block appointment of Peter Mandelson as UK ambassador to US, reports say – US politics live Foto: The Guardian
The Guardian 20 mar. 2026, 13:14 (5 hours ago) Good

Trump aides tried to block appointment of Peter Mandelson as UK ambassador to US, reports say – US politics live

Senior figures said to have been skeptical over Keir Starmer’s appointment of ‘arrogant’ veteran politician, later sacked over connections to Jeffrey EpsteinHello and welcome to the US politics live blog.Donald Trump’s presidential transition team repeatedly intervened in UK prime minister Keir Starmer’s decision to appoint Peter Mandelson as ambassador to the US, it has been reported.Trump’s aides were particularly exercised that Mandelson could be made ambassador after he had made disparaging

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