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They have been toppled for maintaining friendly relationships with Epstein after he became a convicted sex offender.
Like others now ensnared, veteran politician Mandelson long downplayed his relationship with Epstein, despite calling him “my best pal” in 2003.
Now British police are investigating whether Mandelson committed misconduct in public office by passing on sensitive government information to Epstein.
Across Europe, officials have had or resign or face censure after the Epstein files revealed relationships that were more extensive than previously disclosed.
Few countries have been as roiled by the Epstein revelations as Norway, a Scandinavian nation with a population of less than 6 million.
The files include jokey exchanges and emails planning visits to Epstein properties, teeth-whitening appointments and shopping trips. »
