In a significant move, King Charles III has officially revoked Prince Andrew’s title as a member of the British royal family. This decision, announced on Thursday, comes amidst mounting pressure over Andrew’s controversial ties to the late financier and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Andrew has consistently denied any wrongdoing, but the scandal has cast a long shadow over the monarchy. The U.S. House Oversight Committee, currently investigating the Epstein case, has intensified its calls for Andrew to testify. Despite the committee being Republican-led, several Democratic members have urged Andrew to come forward voluntarily. Congressman Suhas Subramanyam emphasized the importance of Andrew’s testimony, stating, ‘If he wants to clear his name and do right by the victims, he will come forward.’ Fellow committee member Raja Krishnamoorthi suggested that a subpoena could be issued, though enforcement would be challenging given Andrew’s residence outside the U.S. Meanwhile, Liz Stein, one of Epstein’s accusers, criticized Andrew’s reluctance to cooperate, questioning why he remains unwilling to speak if he has ‘nothing to hide.’ Newly surfaced court documents reveal a 2010 email exchange between Andrew and Epstein, where Andrew expressed a desire to ‘catch up in person,’ contradicting his earlier claims of having severed ties. The Palace’s statement on the matter underscored the seriousness of the situation, expressing sympathy for the victims while acknowledging ‘serious lapses of judgment’ in Andrew’s conduct. The decision to strip Andrew of his title reflects the monarchy’s efforts to address the ongoing controversy and restore public trust.