Calls for Prince Andrew to speak with the FBI began in late 2019, shortly after Jeffrey Epstein’s arrest and subsequent death, when U.S. investigators turned their attention to Epstein’s inner circle. Andrew’s long-standing friendship with Epstein — including his stays at Epstein’s New York mansion and the widely circulated photo with Virginia Giuffre — made him a person of interest in the ongoing probe. U.S. Attorney Geoffrey Berman publicly urged the Duke of York to cooperate, revealing that Andrew had provided “zero cooperation” despite his earlier public pledge to assist investigators. The announcement set off a firestorm in both the UK and U.S., with media outlets accusing the prince of hiding behind royal privilege and fueling public outrage over perceived double standards.
By early 2020, the pressure only intensified. Lawmakers, victims’ advocates, and legal experts demanded that Andrew face questioning under oath, arguing that his testimony could shed light on Epstein’s trafficking network and the powerful figures who enabled it. The FBI reportedly reached out multiple times through formal channels, but Andrew’s legal team stalled, citing procedural concerns and jurisdictional issues. His refusal to cooperate became an international embarrassment for Buckingham Palace, further damaging the royal family’s reputation and strengthening the perception that Andrew was being shielded from accountability. What began as calls for cooperation soon evolved into a symbol of royal impunity — the moment when the world saw how far the palace would go to protect one of its own.
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