In a dramatic intervention that's sent shockwaves through royal circles, former US President Donald Trump has publicly demanded that Prince Andrew be stripped of his royal titles and removed from the line of succession.
The Video That's Rocking the Palace
The explosive comments came during a video statement where Trump didn't hold back in his criticism of the Duke of York. "He should be thrown out of the royal family," Trump declared, delivering a blunt assessment that's since gone viral across social media platforms.
Trump's Surprising Stance on Royal Protocol
What makes this intervention particularly noteworthy is Trump's typically warm relationship with the British monarchy. During his presidency, he enjoyed cordial relations with the Royal Family and was treated to the full pomp and ceremony of a state visit.
Yet when it comes to Prince Andrew, the former president's position is unequivocal. His comments represent the most high-profile international figure to openly call for the duke's removal from royal duties.
Fallout from the Epstein Connection
The backdrop to Trump's remarks is, of course, Prince Andrew's connection to the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The duke's controversial BBC interview and subsequent legal settlement with Virginia Giuffre have left his reputation in tatters and his royal future uncertain.
While Buckingham Palace has already removed Andrew's military affiliations and royal patronages, Trump's intervention adds significant international pressure for more decisive action.
What This Means for the Monarchy
This very public criticism from a former US president presents a fresh headache for the Royal Family as they navigate the ongoing fallout from the Andrew scandal. It underscores how the duke's continued association with the monarchy remains a persistent source of international embarrassment.
The timing is particularly sensitive as King Charles III continues to establish his reign and work to modernise the monarchy while maintaining public confidence.
As the video continues to circulate online, palace officials face renewed questions about whether further action will be taken against the Duke of York, and how the institution will respond to this very public international criticism.
