A prominent US congressman has issued a stark warning that the ongoing Jeffrey Epstein scandal, with its connections to Prince Andrew, could potentially lead to the "end of the monarchy" in Britain. Representative Ro Khanna, a Democratic member of the influential House Oversight Committee, has publicly challenged both King Charles III and Prince Andrew to provide comprehensive answers regarding their knowledge of the disgraced financier's activities.
Congressional Pressure Mounts on Royal Family
Representative Khanna emphasized that the Royal Family remains particularly vulnerable due to Prince Andrew's documented associations with Jeffrey Epstein, who died in prison while awaiting trial on sex trafficking charges. The congressman stated that merely stripping Andrew of his royal titles and military affiliations, as occurred in 2022, represents insufficient action to address the serious allegations.
Demands for Transparency and Testimony
Khanna has specifically called for Prince Andrew, who has consistently denied any wrongdoing, to testify before the US Congress regarding his connections to Epstein. Furthermore, the congressman urged King Charles to disclose everything he knows about his brother's relationship with the convicted sex offender, arguing that transparency represents the only viable path forward for the institution.
"The Epstein files contain troubling information that demands answers from those in positions of power," Khanna stated. "When a senior member of the British Royal Family maintains such close ties to a convicted sex trafficker, it raises fundamental questions about accountability and judgment at the highest levels."
Palace Response and Ongoing Investigation
Buckingham Palace has previously indicated its readiness to cooperate fully with law enforcement agencies regarding any allegations against Prince Andrew. However, the palace has not commented specifically on Representative Khanna's recent statements or the possibility of congressional testimony.
The Epstein saga continues to cast a long shadow over the Royal Family, with documents released earlier this year revealing additional details about the financier's extensive network of powerful associates. Legal experts suggest that congressional pressure from the United States could complicate diplomatic relations between the two nations while simultaneously undermining public confidence in the monarchy.
As investigations into Epstein's activities persist on both sides of the Atlantic, the Royal Family faces mounting scrutiny regarding how it handles allegations against its members and whether traditional protocols for addressing such controversies remain adequate in the modern era.
