UK PM Starmer faces Mandelson scandal

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer's promise of efficient and stable government has been undermined less than two years into his term. Accusations have emerged that his office forced through a key nomination despite controversy, and now prediction market Polymarket indicates a 68% chance Starmer will be out of office before the end of 2026. The political drama stems from the nomination of Peter Mandelson as UK Ambassador to the U.S., which has drawn scrutiny due to Mandelson's past association with Jeffrey Epstein. This development adds to the pressure on Starmer's leadership as he navigates domestic and international challenges.