King Charles III skips meeting Giuffre family and Epstein survivors on US visit
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Updated · Fox News · May 7
King Charles III skips meeting Giuffre family and Epstein survivors on US visit
9 articles · Updated · Fox News · May 7
During his four-day trip to Washington, New York and Virginia, Giuffre’s relatives said they were minutes away in Washington as he addressed Congress.
Buckingham Palace said a meeting could affect ongoing police inquiries and possible legal action involving Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, formerly Prince Andrew, whom Giuffre accused of sexual abuse.
Giuffre died by suicide last year aged 41; her family is now backing Virginia’s Law to remove time limits for adult trafficking survivors’ civil claims.
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The 2026 US State Visit and the Epstein Scandal: How King Charles Avoided Survivors Amid Legal Pressure
Overview
King Charles III and Queen Camilla's April 2026 US state visit celebrated 250 years of American independence but was overshadowed by the monarchy's refusal to meet Jeffrey Epstein survivors. This decision, driven by ongoing UK investigations and constitutional rules requiring royal neutrality, followed Prince Andrew's arrest related to the Epstein case. The refusal sparked strong backlash from survivors, advocates, and organizations like Amnesty International, especially contrasted with Queen Camilla's active support for abuse victims. US Congressman Ro Khanna led survivor advocacy efforts during the visit, increasing pressure on the monarchy. The controversy intensified scrutiny of the Crown's credibility and fueled momentum for legal reforms, highlighting a critical test of royal accountability amid diplomatic goals to strengthen UK-US ties.