Donald Trump expressed sympathy towards the Royal Family following the removal of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor’s titles. While aboard Air Force One, the US president commented on the King’s decision to strip his brother of peerages due to revelations regarding his connection with Jeffrey Epstein.
Trump described the situation as tragic and unfortunate for the family. Prince Andrew lost his Prince and Duke of York titles and other royal privileges after Virginia Giuffre’s posthumous memoir implicated him in sexual assault allegations. Despite settling the case with Giuffre for a reported £12 million, Andrew has consistently denied any wrongdoing.
Giuffre, who accused Andrew of sexual misconduct, was allegedly trafficked by Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell as a teenager. Her family praised the King’s actions in revoking Andrew’s titles, commending Giuffre for her courage in standing up against a British prince.
In light of Trump’s past association with Epstein, questions have arisen regarding his ties to the disgraced financier. Trump distanced himself from Epstein’s criminal activities following his death, claiming ignorance of the crimes.
Giuffre’s brother called on Trump to follow the King’s lead by releasing legal documents related to Epstein. Trump’s friendship with Epstein dates back years, with Trump once praising Epstein’s social life and affinity for beautiful women. Epstein, in turn, claimed to have been Trump’s close friend for a decade until a falling out over alleged staff poaching.
Despite mounting pressure for the disclosure of Epstein-related files, Trump dismissed the issue as a Democratic ploy, labeling it a distraction from national achievements during his presidency.