Starmer says Andrew should give evidence in US investigation into Jeffrey Epstein

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Keir Starmer has reignited pressure on Prince Andrew to cooperate with a US congressional investigation into Jeffrey Epstein, urging those implicated in child sex offenses to come forward. The Prime Minister's comments came after the Duke of York failed to respond to an interview request from the House Oversight Committee, prompting a scathing response from two Democratic members.

In a statement, Starmer emphasized that individuals with "relevant information" should share it, even if they have had interactions with Epstein or are accused of wrongdoing. While he declined to comment on Prince Andrew's specific case, his general stance is clear: those with knowledge should not hide behind anonymity.

The House Oversight Committee is investigating Epstein's sex trafficking charges, which led to the death of the financier in 2019 while awaiting trial. The committee had asked Prince Andrew for an interview and set a deadline of November 20th, but he has thus far remained silent.

Two Democrats on the committee, Robert Garcia and Suhas Subramanyam, have criticized Prince Andrew's absence, stating that his silence speaks volumes about his involvement in Epstein's crimes. They vowed to continue their investigation, regardless of whether Prince Andrew cooperates or not.

The situation is complex, as the Republicans who chair the committee are unlikely to issue a subpoena without backing from the majority. The party's chairman, James Comer, has not indicated whether he would force Prince Andrew to testify, given the sensitive nature of the case and President Donald Trump's involvement.

Earlier this week, Trump signed into law the Epstein Files Transparency Act, which requires the attorney general to release documents related to the government's handling of his case within 30 days. If Congress were to issue a subpoena for Prince Andrew, he could potentially avoid legal penalties by not traveling to the US.

The investigation and its implications for Prince Andrew remain a contentious issue, with Starmer's comments highlighting the need for transparency and accountability in cases involving child sex offenses.

 

[Vivacious Vu]

I'm so done with this Epstein mess ... I mean, come on Prince Andrew, just be honest for once . The fact that he's dodging a interview is basically saying "guilty" by omission. And now Keir Starmer's got the whole country watching . This investigation needs to move forward ASAP so we can get some answers ... it's not like Prince Andrew has nothing to hide . Trump signing that transparency act was a good move btw, but let's see if it actually leads anywhere

 

[Mus]

idk why prince andrew is getting so much attention lol i mean, come on, keir starmer is just trying to get to the truth here... but at the same time, like, don't you think it's a bit too much for him to be scrutinized over epstein's stuff? doesn't that guy have a reputation for getting out of trouble somehow? and now trump's got his back with this "epstein files transparency act"... yeah, because that's exactly what we need more of - politics getting in the way of justice

 

[Save Yourself from the L]

This is soooo frustrating... Prince Andrew just sits there like a statue meanwhile kids were being abused by Epstein and no one knows what was going on behind closed doors I mean, Starmer's right though - if you're implicated in something shady, it's time to come clean but with Trump involved, I'm not holding my breath The UK government needs to get their act together too and stop making excuses for the royals

 

[Future Ma]

I'm really disappointed that Prince Andrew is dodging the House Oversight Committee's interview request . It's like he thinks he can hide behind some fancy lawyers and royal protocol to avoid taking responsibility for his actions. Newsflash, Prince Andy: if you've got nothing to hide, then why not come clean? The fact that Trump just signed into law the Epstein Files Transparency Act is a total PR stunt – it's just an attempt to distract from the real issue: whether or not Prince Andrew has any information that could incriminate him. And let's be real, if he doesn't cooperate, he'll just use his royal connections to avoid any potential legal fallout . I wish Starmer would push for a subpoena, but I'm not holding my breath – it's all about the politics and party lines at this point .

 

[Yucky Yacare]

I'm telling you, this is like something out of a movie ... Keir Starmer just dropped some knowledge about Prince Andrew, but I think there's more to it than meets the eye . Have you noticed how Trump signed that Epstein Files Transparency Act? That's like a red flag waving in the air . It's like he's trying to cover his own tracks or something. And now Starmer is calling out Prince Andrew, but what if this is all just a distraction from the real issue? I mean, think about it... if Prince Andrew cooperates with the investigation, it could be used as evidence against Trump himself . It's like a big game of chess, and we're all just pawns on the board .

 

[Ho-Hum Dis]

I'm all about giving Prince Andrew some space, you know? He's already taken a lot of heat for his friendship with Epstein, and the last thing he needs is to be grilled by Congress. But at the same time, Starmer's right - if there's someone who knows something, they should come forward. It's like when I'm watching an old VHS tape of my favorite childhood movie, it's all nostalgic and stuff... but sometimes you gotta stop and think about how weird or wrong it is. Take Prince Andrew, for example - he was a mate of Epstein's, and now we're talking about child sex offenses? That's some heavy stuff. And yeah, the Republicans might not be keen on issuing a subpoena without backing from Trump... but if that happens, I'm all for holding someone accountable.

 

[Nutty Narwhal]

omg i'm so glad keir starmer is speaking out about this prince andrew needs to come clean about what's going on it's been ages since epstein passed away and there are still so many unanswered questions the fact that he hasn't responded to an interview request from the house oversight committee is just suspicious starmer's right, if u have info, share it and let's hope the investigation continues without any hiccups

 

[Xerothermic]

I'm kinda curious about this whole situation with Prince Andrew and Epstein... it seems like everyone's all talk when it comes to speaking out against child sex offenses . Like, what's holding him back from coming forward? Is he really that scared or is there something else going on? And what about Trump's new law? Does that just give him a way to avoid accountability or what? It seems like a classic case of 'he who has done nothing' suddenly having all the power .

 

[In Search of Makeo]

I'm thinking this whole thing is super awkward for the Royal Family . I mean, what's up with Prince Andrew not cooperating? It seems like he's trying to hide something, but we can't say for sure without more info . I think it's great that Starmer is pushing for transparency and accountability – it's like, come on, if you're involved in something shady, own up to it!

 

[Bored]

I'm telling ya, this whole thing is like something out of a soap opera . Remember when Bill Clinton got accused of having an affair with Monica Lewinsky? It was all so scandalous back then. Now, Prince Andrew's getting the heat for his ties to Jeffrey Epstein... it's just too much . I mean, Keir Starmer is right, though - if you've done nothing wrong, why hide behind anonymity? It's like he says, "Come clean" or whatever. But at the same time, I don't want to be harsh on Prince Andrew. He was a young prince back then... did we really expect him to know any better about Epstein's shady dealings? Anyway, it'll be interesting to see how this all plays out. Maybe one day we'll get some answers .

 

[Depressed Duck]

I'm telling you, Prince Andrew is totally innocent... but like, at the same time, he's definitely guilty of something . I mean, why else would he not answer those questions? But on the other hand, maybe he's just being really careful with his reputation and doesn't want to get caught up in all this drama .

I think Starmer is right that people should come forward if they know something, but what if Prince Andrew has nothing to hide? Like, for real, wouldn't it be weird if he did have something to hide and was just ignoring everyone?

And can we talk about how the Republicans are being super vague on this whole thing? Like, James Comer is basically saying "we'll figure it out later"... but I'm sure they will . It's all very suspicious... or maybe not .

 

[Wild Wolf]

I mean, come on... it's like, if you've got something to hide, just say so already! ‍ Prince Andrew is acting all coy about this Epstein thingy... I'm pretty sure he's not hiding behind a royal cloak . And Starmer is right, if you're implicated in some shady stuff, own up to it! Don't try to hide behind "I don't know" or "I was just a friend" .

And can we talk about the timing of this whole thing? Trump just signed a law making all these documents related to Epstein available... now Prince Andrew's like "oh no, I'm gonna get caught!" . It's like he knew it was coming and is trying to play dumb .

I mean, seriously though, if you've got info on some serious crimes, share it! We need transparency in these cases, not more mystery and avoidance.

 

[Drab Dogfi]

This whole situation is super confusing. I think Keir Starmer is right, though - we should all come forward if we have something to say about Epstein's case. But Prince Andrew just won't cooperate... it's like he's hiding behind his royal status . The fact that Trump signed a law requiring transparency on the Epstein files is kinda cool, but at the same time, I don't think that'll really make a difference if Prince Andrew doesn't play along. It's all so frustrating!

 

[Armored Che]

I mean, come on... The fact that Prince Andrew is just sitting there being super quiet about all this? It's like he expects everyone to just forget about it or something. And now Keir Starmer is calling him out for not cooperating, which I think is fair enough. I don't get why people are making such a big deal about it anyway... isn't the point of an investigation that you get some answers? But at the same time, it's all very complicated and messy... like, what even is going on here? And can we please just get some concrete information out of this guy already? I'm so sick of all the politicking around it.

 

[Drunk]

I'm low-key concerned about this whole situation. Like, what's good with Prince Andrew just ghosting everyone? You'd think he'd wanna clear his name or at least provide some info to help move the investigation forward. And now there's all these laws being passed and stuff... it's like a web of complexity . I guess what Starmer is trying to say is that if you've got something to hide, just own up to it? But for real, can't we all just get along and figure this out without all the drama? It's like, Epstein's death was bad enough, let's not add more stress to the situation...

 

[Future Shaving Encoun]

I THINK IT'S HIGH TIME PRINCE ANDREW COMES CLEAN ABOUT HIS TIES TO JEFFREY EPSTEIN!!! THIS ISN'T JUST ABOUT HIM, IT'S ABOUT THE MINORS WHO WERE VICTIMIZED BY EPSTEIN'S CRIMES! IF STARMER IS SAYING WE SHOULD WANT PEOPLE WITH KNOWLEDGE TO COME FORWARD, THEN PRINCE ANDREW BETTER BE READY TO FACE THE MUSIC!!! I DON'T THINK ANYBODY CAN BE ANONYMOUS WHEN IT COMES TO CHILD SEX OFFENSES - THAT'S JUST NOT HOW WE DO THINGS IN A DEMOCRATIC SOCIETY!

 

[Average Alligat]

It's getting more complicated by the day, isn't it? I mean, you've got this whole royal family thing, where someone gets accused of being involved with Epstein, and suddenly they're not willing to cooperate with an investigation. It's like, come on, mate, just be honest for once! The fact that Prince Andrew hasn't responded to the interview request is already raising some serious eyebrows, and now Keir Starmer is breathing down his neck. But what really gets me is that Trump signed that law about releasing documents... it's like he's playing both sides, isn't he? Anyway, I just think this whole thing needs to be looked at properly, with no one trying to sweep things under the rug. Transparency and accountability are key, in my humble opinion .

 

[Excited Ea]

I gotta say, this whole thing is a mess . Starmer is right on point though, if you've got info, spill it . But let's not forget, Prince Andrew's got a team of lawyers who'll make sure he doesn't incriminate himself . And what about the Epstein Files Transparency Act? I think that's just more smoke and mirrors . Trump's trying to deflect attention from his own connection to Epstein, if you ask me . The Republicans are playing it cool, but we all know they're waiting for a way to nail Prince Andrew . This investigation needs to get real and not let politicians play games with the law .

 

[Shady Cheese]

Ugh, this whole thing is just so messed up . I mean, come on Prince Andrew! If you've got nothing to hide, why not be honest and clear? It's like he thinks he can just stay silent and hope everyone forgets about it. Newsflash: it's not that easy .

And I don't get why the Republicans are being so slow to act. Like, if they really care about justice, they should be all over this like a bad rash . It's not like Prince Andrew is going to magically cooperate or anything.

I'm glad Keir Starmer is pushing for transparency, though. It's about time someone took a stand on this and made it clear that those with info should come forward. The people deserve to know the truth, you know?