A congressional committee in the United States is moving to secure testimony from Prince Andrew regarding his connections to the late financier Jeffrey Epstein. Representative Stephen Lynch, a senior member of the House Oversight Committee, confirmed the intention to invite the British royal for questioning.
During a television interview, Lynch stated the committee has significant interest in hearing Prince Andrew’s account of his associations with Epstein, whose network is under intense congressional scrutiny. The representative noted that investigators have already spoken with several survivors of Epstein’s trafficking operation, revealing that each shared a connection with Virginia Giuffre, a prominent accuser who died earlier this year.
Giuffre’s posthumously published memoir contains serious allegations against the prince, which lawmakers suggest has strengthened their resolve to interview all individuals connected to the case. Lynch indicated that the accounts from survivors have generated bipartisan determination within the committee to pursue its investigation thoroughly.
While an invitation to testify is expected, legal experts note that Prince Andrew, as a non-U.S. citizen, cannot be compelled to appear before Congress through a subpoena. The development follows the recent release of documents by the committee related to Epstein’s activities, which coincided with Prince Andrew’s announcement that he would relinquish his Duke of York title and royal honors.
In a statement addressing his decision, the prince maintained his denial of all accusations against him while acknowledging that the ongoing controversy had become a distraction from the monarchy’s work. The congressional probe continues to examine the full extent of Epstein’s international network and the involvement of various high-profile associates.
