US Congressman Prepared to Travel to UK for Andrew Epstein Testimony
In a significant development, US Representative Suhas Subramanyam has declared his readiness to travel to the United Kingdom to obtain testimony from Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor concerning the Jeffrey Epstein scandal. The Democratic member of the House Oversight Committee emphasized his commitment to hearing from the former prince, regardless of logistical challenges.
Flexible Approach to Securing Testimony
Representative Subramanyam outlined a highly adaptable strategy for acquiring Andrew's account. "He can testify remotely, he can testify in person—and in the UK," Subramanyam stated. He further explained that the entire committee need not be present, noting, "It can be certain members who are interested in that particular witness, but we are very flexible when it comes to hearing testimony from people who have knowledge of what happened with Epstein and Maxwell, and the cover up as well."
The congressman underscored his willingness to accommodate Andrew's terms, asserting, "We will do it on his terms, and engage on his terms. I just want to make sure he tells the truth to us, because he's not been truthful so far." This stance comes despite Andrew's status as a foreign national, which prevents a subpoena, and his history of ignoring all previous requests to testify while denying any wrongdoing.
Context of Andrew's Arrest and Broader Implications
Andrew's recent arrest by Thames Valley Police has intensified calls for his testimony, with US politicians viewing it as a breakthrough that strengthens their case. Subramanyam highlighted the committee's dedication, citing recent travels: "We are going to New York to meet with the Clintons, we just came from Ohio to meet with Les Wexner." He stressed that Andrew "clearly has knowledge" relevant to the Epstein investigation.
The arrest also highlights differing impacts of the scandal internationally. In the UK, it has affected figures like Andrew and Peter Mandelson, weakening Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer after his chief of staff, Morgan McSweeney, resigned. Conversely, in the US, Subramanyam pointed out, "The people who've gotten the least amount of consequences are people in the Trump administration who keep coming up in the files."
Call for Accountability and Justice
Representative Subramanyam articulated a broader mission for the oversight efforts. "I think the American public and the world public want to see accountability and justice, not just for the victims, but they want to see the system work," he said. He framed the initiative as essential to ensuring that governments do not shield the powerful, adding, "And so that's what this is really about. It is about making sure that governments aren't covering up for rich and powerful people and that they're being held accountable for these heinous crimes."
As the situation unfolds, the door remains open for Andrew to provide testimony, with US officials poised to facilitate it through various means to uncover the truth in the Epstein case.
