Trump team aide calls new UK ambassador Lord Mandelson a moron'
Briefly

Peter Mandelson's nomination as Britain's new ambassador to the United States has ignited outrage within Donald Trump's team. Insiders have expressed disdain, with one describing it as a 'horrible, arrogant' choice and another labeling the Labour peer a 'moron.' The ambassador’s past comments, in which he referred to Trump as a 'white nationalist and racist,' have sparked concerns that Britain will be marginalized in critical discussions with the incoming administration due to a profound lack of trust.
The appointment of Lord Mandelson highlights the contentious relationship between the UK and Trump's team. With past remarks depicting Trump as a 'danger to the world' and criticism of his approach toward China, Mandelson's nomination suggests an uphill battle in establishing rapport with the new administration. Trump's team perceives the choice as a reflection of distrust, potentially obstructing Britain's involvement in pivotal dialogues.
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