UK Minister Urges Prince Andrew to Cooperate with US Congress Investigation into Epstein Case

# UK Minister Calls on Prince Andrew to Cooperate with US Congress Investigation into Epstein Case

In a recent development, UK Housing Secretary Steve Reed has urged Prince Andrew, the Duke of York who was stripped of his royal titles, to cooperate with the US Congress in investigating the criminal activities of the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. This comes after 16 Democratic lawmakers from the US House Oversight Committee sent a formal letter to Prince Andrew on Thursday (November 6), requesting him to submit to formal questioning.

## Background and Escalating Pressure The lawmakers emphasized that the evidence against Prince Andrew is substantial, and his long-standing association with Epstein suggests he may possess crucial information regarding the operations of Epstein's sex trafficking ring. In their letter, they stated: "The evidence against you is significant, and your relationship with Epstein spanning many years indicates that you might be aware of certain aspects of the activities under investigation."

Speaking to BBC Radio on Friday (November 7), Steve Reed called on Prince Andrew to collaborate with the US lawmakers. "I believe anyone who holds information that could assist an investigation should come forward," Reed said. "However, this remains a private matter for him."

This statement from Reed has undeniably increased the pressure on Prince Andrew, the brother of King Charles III. When contacted by the media, the UK Royal Family's press office responded that they no longer handle inquiries related to Prince Andrew and provided an email address for his office. However, as of now, there has been no immediate response from Prince Andrew's office.

## Reactions from US Lawmakers Robert Garcia, the Democratic leader of the Oversight Committee, issued a statement: "Powerful men have evaded accountability for their crimes for far too long. Now, Prince Andrew has an opportunity to come forward and reveal the truth, ensuring justice for the survivors. The efforts of the Democratic members of the Oversight Committee to hold Epstein and his associates accountable will not waver."

This development marks the latest chapter in a series of legal and public relations challenges faced by Prince Andrew. Earlier this year, he was stripped of all his military titles and royal patronages following significant public backlash over his association with Epstein and related allegations.

The case has also brought renewed scrutiny to the broader issue of accountability among powerful individuals accused of sexual misconduct. Advocates for survivors of sexual abuse have welcomed the increased pressure on Prince Andrew, hoping that it may lead to greater transparency and justice in similar cases.