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King Charles, Camilla Decline Epstein Survivor Meetings Amid UK Probe
Police say ongoing UK investigations into the Epstein files make a meeting with survivors impossible during the 4-day state visit.
- King Charles III and Queen Camilla will not meet with survivors of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein during their upcoming state visit to the United States.
- The decision follows ongoing UK police investigations into matters related to Epstein, including the recent arrest of former Duke of York Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor on suspicion of misconduct in public office.
- US Congressman Ro Khanna wrote to the King on Monday requesting private meetings with survivors, while the National Police Chiefs' Council announced Tuesday that its investigation into the Epstein files is being "stepped up."
- Despite calls to cancel the trip, President Donald Trump confirmed the historic state visit will proceed from April 27-30, featuring a banquet dinner at the White House on April 28.
- Relations remain strained over the Middle East conflict, with President Trump criticizing Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth mocking the Royal Navy's response.
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No plans for King and Queen to meet Epstein victims during US visit despite congressman's plea
Donald Trump confirmed the visit and said it would be "terrific" and represents a "momentous occasion", but the trip comes at a challenging time for the Royal Family and with the UK's so-called 'special relationship' under pressure.
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