David Axelrod masterminded two Obama presidential election victories . He was hired by Labour leader Ed Miliband amid great fanfare last year . The former adviser to President Barack Obama, who is now a CNN commentator, said he had been approached about the role of chief strategist for Mr Corbyn in recent weeks and that it would be 'amazing' Labour confirms it pays Mr Axelrod in dollars through consultancy firm .
David Axelrod masterminded two Obama presidential election victories . He was hired by Labour leader Ed Miliband amid great fanfare last year . Revealed at a book launch that he is not resident for tax purposes in UK . Labour confirms it pays Mr Axelrod in dollars through consultancy firm .