• US lawmakers intensify calls for Prince Andrew to testify about Jeffrey Epstein.
• King Charles has stripped Andrew of his royal title amid ongoing investigations.
• Democrat committee members urge Andrew to come forward voluntarily to help abuse survivors.
• Concerns about Andrew’s ties to Epstein have prompted inquiries from UK police oversight.
• Andrew maintains his innocence regarding all allegations against him.

Members of a U.S. congressional committee investigating the Jeffrey Epstein case have called for Prince Andrew Mountbatten Windsor to answer questions regarding his ties to the late financier and sex offender. This legislative push comes after King Charles stripped Andrew of his title and evicted him from his Windsor residence, an action prompted by persistent negative media coverage surrounding Andrew's behavior over the years, according to BBC, Reuters, and Channel News Asia.

At least four Democratic members of the House Oversight Committee have revived calls for Andrew to testify, with Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi urging, "Come clean, come before the U.S. Congress, voluntarily testify, don't wait for a subpoena." He emphasized that Andrew's testimony could not only serve justice to the survivors but also help prevent future abuses, as reported by Reuters and Channel News Asia.

In addition, UK trade minister Chris Bryant stated that Andrew should travel to the U.S. to answer questions related to Epstein, thereby positioning himself like any ordinary citizen facing such allegations. Furthermore, the Independent Office for Police Conduct has contacted the Metropolitan Police to investigate if Andrew's actions warrant any criminal inquiries based on recent media revelations, according to BBC and Channel News Asia.

While Andrew continues to deny all wrongdoing, Buckingham Palace has stated that these measures were necessary despite his claims of innocence. The palace's announcement reflects a pressing awareness of the need for accountability and sympathy for victims, as reiterated in statements made by members of the congressional committee, according to Reuters, BBC, and Channel News Asia.