Former Prince Andrew Faces Renewed Calls to Assist U.S. Epstein Inquiry
London (Journos News) — Former Prince Andrew is again under pressure to cooperate with a U.S. congressional investigation into Jeffrey Epstein. The latest calls come after UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer said that anyone with relevant information should assist authorities.
Starmer Emphasizes Need for Evidence Sharing
Speaking while traveling to the Group of 20 summit in Johannesburg, Starmer avoided addressing Andrew directly. Instead, he repeated a long-held principle: individuals who hold information that may help an investigation should provide it.
“I don’t comment on his particular case,” Starmer said. “But as a general principle I’ve held for a very long time is that anybody who has got relevant information in relation to these kinds of cases should give that evidence to those that need it.”
Andrew Yet to Respond to U.S. Committee
Andrew, formally known as Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, has not responded to a request from members of the U.S. House Oversight Committee. Lawmakers want him to give a transcribed interview about his long-standing friendship with Epstein.
Last month, the royal family removed his remaining titles and honors as it continued to distance itself from the controversy.
U.S. Lawmakers Push for Accountability
Starmer’s comments followed criticism from committee Democrats, including Rep. Robert Garcia of California and Rep. Suhas Subramanyam of Virginia. They said Andrew continues to avoid serious questions and stressed that the committee’s work will continue.
“Our work will move forward with or without him, and we will hold anyone who was involved in these crimes accountable, no matter their wealth, status or political party,” the lawmakers said in a statement on Friday. “We will get justice for the survivors.”
Scrutiny Continues as Committee Probes Epstein Network
Andrew’s situation remains under international attention and reflects wider discussions about accountability and privilege. The U.S. congressional inquiry aims to examine Epstein’s network and how it operated, while also pursuing broader transparency for victims.
Background on Epstein Case
Jeffrey Epstein, a financier and convicted sex offender, was arrested in 2019 on federal sex-trafficking charges. His ties to many high-profile figures — from political leaders to members of royalty — triggered several investigations over the past few years.
The House Oversight Committee’s request to Andrew is part of ongoing efforts to review his associations with Epstein and determine whether he has information relevant to the case.
Source: AP News – Former Prince Andrew should testify in US investigation into Jeffrey Epstein, UK leader suggests
