What happened: Benjamin Wegg-Prosser is stepping down from Global Counsel after references to him and Lord Mandelson appeared in the Epstein files, which he felt were damaging to the firm.
Why it matters:
- The resignation highlights reputational risks linked to associations with controversial figures.
- Global Counsel's business and public image may be affected by the Epstein file disclosures.
MNN Take: Wegg-Prosser's departure reflects concerns about maintaining professional integrity amid sensitive public scrutiny related to the Epstein case.
Sources: BBC Politics