U.S. Congressman Urges King Charles to Meet Epstein Survivors During Visit
WASHINGTON — U.S. Rep. Ro Khanna is calling on King Charles III to meet with survivors of Jeffrey Epstein’s abuse during the monarch’s upcoming visit to the United States, describing the request as an important step toward accountability.
In a letter sent ahead of the King’s expected address to a joint meeting of Congress during the week of April 27, Khanna urged that a private meeting be arranged between the monarch and survivors.
“The effort to release the Epstein files is about justice for the survivors. Leaders in the U.S. and around the world must hold Epstein’s powerful network accountable. Hearing the survivors’ stories and concerns is an important step. That is why I am respectfully requesting a meeting between King Charles and survivors of Epstein’s abuse,” Khanna wrote.
Khanna, a co-author of the Epstein Files Transparency Act, said survivors have expressed interest in such a meeting and should have the opportunity to speak directly about how powerful individuals and institutions failed them.
In the letter, Khanna pointed to recent developments in the United Kingdom that have renewed scrutiny on individuals and institutions connected to Epstein and his network.
“These developments have raised serious questions about conduct, access, and whether positions of public trust were misused or whether public institutions helped shield wrongdoing,” he wrote.
Khanna also referenced the King’s prior call for a “full, fair and proper” investigation, saying it acknowledged the seriousness of the concerns.
The congressman emphasized that the case extends beyond the United States, noting Epstein’s links to Britain through Ghislaine Maxwell and his connections to British public figures.
“These connections raise broader questions about how Epstein was able to maintain influence, credibility, and protection across borders for so long,” Khanna said.
He also cited efforts by members of Congress to obtain testimony from Prince Andrew and Peter Mandelson regarding their reported ties to Epstein. According to Khanna, Prince Andrew did not respond to congressional outreach, while Mandelson declined to cooperate, citing an ongoing criminal investigation, leaving Congress unable to secure testimony in either case.
Khanna said a meeting between King Charles and survivors could help uncover additional information that British institutions or individuals might be able to provide.
“It would also ensure that survivors are heard directly and that these matters are addressed with transparency, seriousness, and accountability,” he wrote.
Khanna added that the request was made “with full respect for the importance” of the King’s visit. (Source: IANS)
