Renowned US attorney Gloria Allred has issued a fervent demand for Prince Andrew to appear before the US Congress, urging him to provide crucial testimony regarding his associations with the convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

Ms. Allred, who steadfastly represents numerous victims of the late Jeffrey Epstein, underscores the critical need for transparency and accountability from the Duke of York, emphasizing the public’s desire for resolution in this high-profile case.

She powerfully asserted that Prince Andrew has the option to volunteer his testimony, noting that his continued silence effectively communicates an unwillingness to assist in ongoing investigations and efforts to achieve justice for victims.

The legal expert explicitly called upon Prince Andrew to honor his prior commitment to combat sex trafficking, asserting that testifying before Congress on his knowledge of Epstein’s activities would be a significant step towards fulfilling that pledge.

Despite his previous denial of sleeping with Virginia Giuffre during a BBC interview, the Duke of York has been consistently accused of refusing to cooperate fully with US investigators, intensifying calls for his direct involvement in proceedings.

Acknowledging that as a foreign national Prince Andrew cannot be legally subpoenaed to appear before the US Congress, Ms. Allred proposed alternative arrangements, including the possibility of conducting a deposition in the United Kingdom.

The Duke’s substantial multi-million pound settlement with Virginia Giuffre in 2022, made without admitting liability, further fuels the public discourse and the demands for his direct account concerning his past associations.

Ms. Allred firmly believes that Prince Andrew’s name is referenced within the extensive US government files pertaining to Epstein’s illicit operations, advocating for the full public disclosure of these critical documents to shed light on the pervasive sex trafficking scandal.

This renewed pressure comes as Prince Andrew reportedly seeks a return to royal life, a prospect significantly complicated by the enduring fallout from his friendship with Jeffrey Epstein and the associated profound shame brought upon the Royal Family.