Prince Andrew's Epstein ties spark royal controversy

US lawmakers are urging Prince Andrew to testify about his links to convicted paedophile financier Jeffrey Epstein, following the release of new documents. Democrat Congressman Ro Khanna and Congresswoman Teresa Leger Fernandez have called for Andrew to answer questions in the US, with Khanna stating that the Royal Family has 'not been transparent' over Epstein questions. The pressure comes as King Charles III faces criticism for not doing enough to address the scandal, with some lawmakers suggesting he should direct his brother to testify. Andrew has repeatedly denied any wrongdoing and reached an out-of-court settlement with Epstein accuser Virginia Giuffre in 2022.

King Charles III has stated that the British royal family will cooperate with police if asked about Prince Andrew's ties to Jeffrey Epstein. The Thames Valley Police are assessing information that suggests Prince Andrew may have shared confidential government information with Epstein when he was a British trade envoy. The anti-monarchy group Republic has accused Prince Andrew of misconduct in public office and breaching official secrets laws. Prince William and Kate Middleton have expressed their deep concern over the continuing revelations about Prince Andrew's actions.

The article discusses the ongoing controversy surrounding Prince Andrew's dealings with convicted child sex offender Jeffrey Epstein and how it is affecting his brother, King Charles. The Prime Minister, Sir Keir Starmer, recently suggested that Prince Andrew should testify before the US Congress, leading to public backlash against King Charles. The monarch has been confronted by hecklers on multiple occasions, questioning his knowledge of and response to his brother's actions. The article highlights the challenges King Charles faces in managing the fallout from Prince Andrew's scandal.

Prince William's recent visit to Saudi Arabia was overshadowed by the Epstein scandal involving his brother, Prince Andrew. During the trip, William avoided answering a question about the Royal Family's handling of the issue, but his actions and statements released by Kensington Palace showed a shift in the palace's response to the scandal. The article analyzes William's actions and the palace's strategy to manage the fallout, highlighting the challenges faced by the Royal Family in addressing the controversy.