Prime Minister Keir Starmer Calls for Andrew to Testify Before US Congress Over Epstein Dealings
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has publicly called for Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor to testify before the United States Congress regarding his dealings with the late financier Jeffrey Epstein. This statement comes as the US Justice Department released another substantial tranche of documents from the Epstein case, totalling over three million pages.
Starmer's Firm Stance on Information Sharing
Speaking to reporters while returning from a trip to Japan, the Prime Minister emphasised the importance of transparency. "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," Starmer stated. He further added that being victim-centred necessitates such cooperation, declaring, "You can't be victim-centred if you're not prepared to do that. Epstein's victims have to be the first priority." Regarding the possibility of an apology from Andrew, Starmer noted that was a matter for the individual concerned.
Newly Released Documents and Images
The latest document release includes emails exchanged between Andrew and Epstein. Notably, it also contains three images that appear to depict the former duke in a compromising position, though the date and circumstances remain unspecified. There is no suggestion of any wrongdoing in these images. US Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche described the volume of material as equivalent to "about two Eiffel Towers of pages."
Other figures featured in the files include:
- Peter Mandelson: Images of the former British ambassador to the US in his underwear, talking to a woman in a bathrobe. A spokesperson for Lord Mandelson stated he has "absolutely no idea" about the photo's origin or any connection to Epstein.
- Sarah Ferguson: New emails suggest Epstein wanted the former Duchess of York to release a statement calling him "not a pedo [paedophile]" shortly after she distanced herself from him in a 2011 interview.
- Elon Musk: Brief email exchanges from 2012 where Musk asks about the "wildest party" on Epstein's island. Musk has since stated he pushed for the files' release and that correspondence could be misinterpreted.
- Sir Richard Branson: A 2013 email where Branson told Epstein he would welcome another visit "as long as you bring your harem!" A Virgin Group spokesperson clarified this phrase was repeated from Epstein and that contact ceased after due diligence uncovered allegations.
Denials and Political Reactions
In a statement from October 2025, Andrew "vigorously" denied all accusations against him. Meanwhile, former US President Donald Trump commented on the document release, claiming it cleared him of allegations regarding links to Epstein, stating it was "the opposite of what people were hoping."
The ongoing release of the Epstein files continues to draw high-profile names into the spotlight, with Starmer's call for testimony underscoring the political and legal pressures surrounding the case. The Prime Minister's remarks reinforce a commitment to prioritising the victims of Epstein's crimes as the judicial process unfolds.
