Calls issued for King Charles and Queen Camilla to 'answer questions' about Epstein as monarchy 'vulnerable'

A leading Democrat has called on King Charles and Queen Camilla to "answer questions" about Jeffrey Epstein.

Ro Khanna, who helped force the release of the Epstein files, said this is the "most vulnerable [the Royal Family] has ever been" following Andrew Mountbatten Windsor's connection with Jeffrey Epstein.

He warned that this could "bring down the British monarchy" after the former Duke of York appeared to be named and pictured numerous times in the more than three million documents released by the US Department of Justice.

A former girlfriend of Andrew, Lady Victoria Hervey, attempted to defend those mentioned in the files, telling LBC it was "an insult" not to be and "would just mean you are a loser".

Referring to her comments, Mr Khanna said these positions offer a "window into the elite impunity".

He continued: "And by the way, I think this is the most vulnerable the British monarchy has ever been. I mean, I heard they were asking the Queen questions about the Epstein class.

"They ought to ask the King and Queen questions, and maybe this will be the end of the monarchy.

"The King has to answer what he knew. What he knew about Andrew."

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His Majesty made his position clear yesterday regarding his brother's links to Epstein.

A Palace spokesman has said: "The King has made clear, in words and through unprecedented actions, his profound concern at allegations which continue to come to light in respect of Mr Mountbatten-Windsor's conduct.

"While the specific claims in question are for Mr Mountbatten-Windsor to address, if we are approached by Thames Valley Police, we stand ready to support them as you would expect.

"As was previously stated, Their Majesties' thoughts and sympathies have been, and remain with, the victims of any and all forms of abuse."

The Prince and Princess of Wales issued a joint statement regarding the release of the files.

A Kensington Palace spokesman said: "The Prince and Princess of Wales have been deeply concerned by the continued revelations. Their thoughts remain focused on the victims."

Prince Edward became the first member of the Royal Family to issue a statement on the documents.

Speaking at the World Governments Summit in Dubai, he said: "I think it's all really important always to remember the victims and who are the victims in all this."

Support for the British monarchy has slipped to 45 per cent as the Epstein scandal continues to engulf the Royal Family.

The survey, conducted by Savanta on behalf of the anti-monarchy organisation Republic, shows a three-point decline from 48 per cent over the past four months.

Andrew has consistently denied any wrongdoing with his connection to Epstein.

Appearing or being named in the files is no sign of any misconduct.

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