Trump campaign adviser calls new UK ambassador a 'moron'

Lord Peter Mandelson will be the UK's next ambassador to the US, an appointment he describes as "a great honour".

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Mandelson slammed as ‘moron’ by Trump adviser after being named US ambassador

Criticism from Chris LaCivita, the campaign strategist who helped secure former president’s re-election
Financial Times - 3h
Peter Mandelson to Be Named UK Ambassador to US

The veteran Labour lawmaker chosen by Prime Minister Keir Starmer has experience in trade policy and business and was once nicknamed “the Prince of Darkness” for his political tactics.
The New York Times - 21h
Lord Peter Mandelson to be UK’s next ambassador to US

Former Labour minister is expected to try to avert a trade war with incoming Trump administration
Financial Times - 1d
Peter Mandelson to be announced as UK’s next US ambassador

Keir Starmer on the verge of appointing Labour grandee to key post at start of Trump presidency. Peter Mandelson is set to become Britain’s next ambassador to the US, the first time a politician ...
The Guardian - 1d
Harris adviser touts 'flawless' campaign, GOP campaign managers candid on missteps

Vice President Kamala Harris’ chief of staff said Harris ran a “pretty flawless campaign” during a summit of campaign managers, reporters, and Harvard University staff.
ABC News - Dec. 6
Trump picks investment banker Warren Stephens as UK ambassador

The billionaire donated millions to President-elect Donald Trump’s re-election campaign this year.
BBC News - Dec. 3
Trump picks Arkansas banker Warren Stephens as ambassador to UK

Executive donated to president-elect’s campaign but his family’s bank was once associated with the Clintons
Financial Times - Dec. 2
Trump picks Republican mega-donor Warren Stephens as ambassador to UK

Investment banker has donated regularly to conservative causes although not always in favor of the president-elect. Donald Trump announced on Monday he has picked investment banker and Republican ...
The Guardian - Dec. 2
Trump taps investment banker Warren Stephens for UK ambassador

President-elect Trump announced on Monday that investment banker Warren Stephens would serve as U.S. ambassador to the United Kingdom. “Warren has always dreamed of serving the United States full ...
The Hill - Dec. 2