Did King Charles Quietly Acknowledge Epstein Victims in His Historic Congress Speech?

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Did King Charles Quietly Acknowledge Epstein Victims in His Historic Congress Speech?

Royals (2 / 1) 28.04.2026 22:03 / Simo


Aide confirms victims were in his thoughts

A royal aide said the King did intend to acknowledge victims of abuse, and some U.S. lawmakers had urged meetings with survivors during the state visit because of the royal family's connections to the Epstein case. Officials later said such meetings were impossible while U.K. investigations — including matters tied to Prince Andrew's Feb. 19 arrest — remain active. Prince Andrew has denied wrongdoing related to his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein, who died by suicide in prison in 2019.

Public outreach and palace statements

The King and Queen Camilla hosted a garden party on April 27 attended by more than 600 people, including advocates for domestic abuse survivors. The palace has reiterated sympathy for victims in statements since October 2025 and again after Andrew's arrest, and said they would support police if approached.