UK Prime Minister Starmer says ex-Prince Andrew should testify before Congress about Epstein files

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is turning up the heat on Prince Andrew, urging the former royal to come forward and testify before U.S. Congress about his ties to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

Speaking to reporters after a recent diplomatic trip, Starmer said anyone with important information about Epstein’s crimes should be willing to share it, emphasizing that putting victims first means cooperating fully.

When asked if Andrew should apologize, he left that decision to the prince, saying it was a personal matter.

“But yes, in terms of testifying, I have always said anybody who has got information should be prepared to share that information in whatever form they are asked to do that because you can’t be victim-centered if you’re not prepared to do that,” Starmer said.

This isn’t the first time Andrew has faced scrutiny over his connection to Epstein. New documents recently released by U.S. prosecutors include emails, photos, and other records that show the two remained in contact even after Epstein’s 2008 conviction for sex crimes. Some of these materials reportedly feature Andrew in social settings linked to Epstein.

Prince Andrew has always denied any wrongdoing. He settled a civil lawsuit brought by one of Epstein’s accusers in 2022 without admitting fault, and last year he lost his royal titles and military roles amid fallout from the scandal.

Meanwhile, U.S. lawmakers on the House Oversight Committee have asked Andrew to sit down for a formal interview to shed light on Epstein’s network and anyone who may have helped him. While they can’t legally force a British citizen living overseas to testify, the request has added to the pressure on Andrew to cooperate.