Prince Andrew Faces Mounting Pressure to Testify in Epstein Scandal
Prince Andrew has been at the center of controversy surrounding his alleged involvement with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Despite his repeated denials of any wrongdoing, the calls for him to be held accountable continue to grow louder.
One of Epstein’s high-profile victims, Virginia Giuffre, has accused Andrew of engaging in sexual activity with her when she was just 17 years old. Andrew has vehemently denied these allegations, even going as far as claiming he never met Giuffre.
In a move that raised eyebrows, the Duke of York reached a multi-million-pound settlement with Giuffre earlier this year. However, he did so without admitting any liability, leaving many questioning the true nature of his involvement.
Despite the settlement, the scrutiny on Andrew has not subsided. A statement released on his behalf promised to show remorse for his association with Epstein by supporting efforts to combat sex trafficking. However, attorney Gloria Allred has criticized Andrew for his apparent reluctance to assist with ongoing investigations.
Allred has called on Andrew to cooperate with the FBI and provide more information to the Justice Department. She has raised questions about his willingness to testify before Congress and his overall commitment to addressing the issues surrounding Epstein’s crimes.