A senior member of the U.S. House Oversight Committee has publicly stated the panel’s intention to formally request testimony from Britain’s Prince Andrew as part of its ongoing inquiry into the activities of the late financier Jeffrey Epstein.
The announcement confirms a significant escalation in congressional efforts to scrutinize individuals connected to the convicted sex offender. While a formal invitation is expected, legal experts note that the prince, not being a U.S. citizen, cannot be compelled to appear via subpoena.
The committee’s interest follows its review of recently released documents and the posthumous publication of a memoir by Virginia Giuffre, a prominent accuser in the case who died earlier this year. The memoir contains detailed allegations regarding the royal’s conduct.
In a televised interview, the congressman emphasized the committee’s resolve, stating that hearing from the prince is a priority. He described the panel’s work, which has included interviews with several individuals who survived Epstein’s abuse, as revealing a consistent pattern of allegations.
The development coincides with the prince’s recent decision to relinquish his formal military affiliations and royal patronages, a move announced as an effort to avoid distracting from the monarch’s duties. In a statement at the time, he reiterated a firm denial of all accusations made against him.
The congressional investigation continues to examine a wide network of associates linked to Epstein, with lawmakers indicating their work is far from complete.
