Lawmaker urges King Charles to press Trump on Epstein files during US visit

WorldPolitics
26 Apr 2026 • 1:41 AM MYT
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  • Democrat lawmaker Ro Khanna is urging King Charles to use his upcoming visit to Washington D.C. to call for the release of remaining Epstein files and show support for victims.
  • Khanna believes this action would demonstrate "international leadership" and help address scrutiny surrounding the Royal Family, particularly concerning Prince Andrew's connections to Jeffrey Epstein.
  • Buckingham Palace has stated that neither King Charles nor Queen Camilla will meet Epstein's victims during the trip, citing ongoing investigations.
  • Despite some files being released, approximately 2.6 million Epstein-related documents are still withheld by the U.S. Department of Justice.
  • Khanna emphasized that a strong statement from the monarch could offer "redemption for the British monarchy" and uphold the principle that "no one is above the law."

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