US Democrats’ request to Andrew is clear, but what happens next is not

US Democrats on a House oversight committee have formally requested an interview with Prince Andrew regarding his alleged connections to Jeffrey Epstein. The congressmen cited well-documented allegations and Andrew's long-standing friendship with the late financier. However, the effectiveness of this request is uncertain, as US subpoena powers do not extend to foreign citizens like Prince Andrew. While US authorities could theoretically seek his extradition if criminal charges were filed, the US Department of Justice recently concluded no further investigation was warranted regarding Epstein's alleged "client list," a stance that has drawn criticism. Prince Andrew has denied allegations of sexual assault made by Virginia Roberts Giuffre, with whom he reached a civil settlement in 2022. The request comes amid broader pressure in the US to release all remaining documents related to Epstein's activities. Some members of Congress, including Marjorie Taylor Greene, have expressed a desire to make such materials public, though the extent of Republican support is unclear, and leadership has at times adjourned the House to avoid votes on these issues. Republicans have criticized the Democrats' letter as a headline-grabbing tactic lacking committee authority. T... download the app to read more