Gordon Brown labels Mandelson-Epstein leaks an economic crime as police raid homes

Former Prime Minister Gordon Brown has condemned the actions of Lord Peter Mandelson, describing the leak of sensitive financial information to Jeffrey Epstein as a serious economic crime. The scandal emerged after the Metropolitan Police raided properties associated with Mandelson in London and Wiltshire. Authorities are investigating allegations that Mandelson shared confidential data regarding bankers' bonuses while serving as Business Secretary during the 2008 financial crisis. This revelation has caused a significant political crisis, leading to Mandelson's resignation from both the Labour Party and the House of Lords. Prime Minister Keir Starmer is also facing intense criticism for appointing Mandelson as the UK Ambassador to the United States despite his known ties to Epstein.