Peter Mandelson Expresses Regret Over System Failures but Declines Personal Apology to Epstein Victims
In a recent BBC interview, former UK ambassador Peter Mandelson acknowledged systemic failures that left Jeffrey Epstein’s victims unheard, offering an apology for those institutional shortcomings while refusing to apologise for his own association with Epstein. Mandelson expressed deep regret for his relationship with the convicted sex offender and described it as a “terrible mistake,” but maintained he was unaware of Epstein’s crimes and not culpable, stopping short of direct contrition to the survivors. The interview reignited controversy over his dismissal as ambassador and ongoing public debate about accountability and institutional trust.
GOP Threatens Clinton Contempt Over Epstein Probe — Politics or Accountability?
House Oversight Republicans are moving to hold former President Bill Clinton in contempt of Congress after he failed to show up for a scheduled deposition in the ongoing Jeffrey Epstein congressional investigation — and they’ve also signaled that Hillary Clinton could face similar action if she doesn’t testify. The move comes after Republicans set deadlines and warned that noncompliance would trigger contempt proceedings. Supporters of the push frame it as a fight for transparency in the Epstein case, but critics warn this clash threatens to politicize the investigation and distract from broader questions about Epstein’s network, alleged cover-ups, and delayed releases of key documents by the Justice Department. This standoff highlights how, even in a scandal that should unite around truth and accountability, political theater can overshadow serious oversight.
Epstein Legislator of the Week: Don Bacon Chooses Silence Over Justice
Meet this week’s Epstein Legislator of the Week: Rep. Don Bacon of Nebraska’s 2nd District, who is actively refusing to sign the bipartisan discharge petition that would force transparency in the Epstein investigation. Let’s be very clear — this isn’t procedural nitpicking. This is a sitting member of Congress blocking the first step toward exposing a global child-sex-trafficking network and its political enablers. If we wouldn’t trust someone who helps cover up crimes against children, why should we trust them with public power? Resistance Kitty says silence is complicity. Call Bacon’s DC office at 202-225-4155, say you’re calling on behalf of Epstein Justice, and demand he commit to a YES vote for an independent congressional commission to investigate the Epstein network and the cover-up. Democracy doesn’t defend itself — we do.
Prince Andrew Received Millions from Oligarch Using Funds Linked to Bribery Scheme, BBC Reports
A BBC investigation revealed that former Prince Andrew received millions of pounds in connection with the 2007 sale of his Sunninghill Park estate to Kazakh billionaire Timur Kulibayev, who financed the purchase in part with funds from Enviro Pacific Investments—an entity Italian prosecutors have linked to a bribery scheme. The deal, which saw the property sell for significantly above market value, has raised scrutiny over whether Andrew inadvertently benefited from proceeds tied to corruption and whether adequate due diligence was conducted. Kulibayev’s lawyers deny any corruption, and no charges have been brought against him.
Dan Bongino Declares War on ‘Black-Pillers’ and ‘Grifters’ as He Returns to MAGA Media
Former FBI Deputy Director and conservative media figure Dan Bongino announced his exit from the Bureau and signaled a return to partisan commentary, declaring “war” on what he calls “black-pillers” and “grifters” trying to hijack the MAGA movement ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. Bongino framed his stance as an effort to “restore balance” and remove divisive fringe voices from conservative circles while previewing upcoming media plans. His brief tenure at the FBI—marked by controversy including reactions to his handling of Epstein-related files—ended on January 3 after less than a year.
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