Full Breakdown
Calls for Compensation: Rep. Ro Khanna Urges Royal Family to Pay Epstein Victims
12/30/2025, 2:25:18 AM
Overview of the Situation
Representative Ro Khanna (D-Calif.) has publicly called for the British royal family to compensate the victims of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. His remarks come amid renewed scrutiny of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, formerly known as Prince Andrew, following the release of new documents detailing his connections to Epstein's alleged sex-trafficking activities. Khanna's advocacy is part of a broader push for accountability regarding Epstein's victims, particularly those from vulnerable backgrounds.
Key Figures Involved
- Ro Khanna: A Democratic Congressman from California's 17th district, Khanna co-sponsored the Epstein Files Transparency Act, which mandated the release of documents related to Epstein's case.
- Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor: Formerly Prince Andrew, he has faced allegations of sexual misconduct linked to Epstein and has been stripped of his royal titles by King Charles III.
- Virginia Giuffre: One of Epstein's most prominent accusers, she alleged that Mountbatten-Windsor sexually assaulted her as a minor. Giuffre settled a lawsuit against him in February 2022 and died by suicide in April 2023.
Recent Developments
Khanna's comments were prompted by the latest batch of documents released by the Department of Justice, which included allegations that Mountbatten-Windsor engaged in sexual conduct with one of Epstein's victims. These documents also suggested that he had knowledge of Epstein's recruitment of women for sexual exploitation. In response to these revelations, Khanna stated that the royal family "should be ashamed and horrified" and should take responsibility by compensating the victims.
Official Statements & Responses
The royal family has previously expressed sympathy for Epstein's victims but has not directly addressed Khanna's call for compensation. Buckingham Palace indicated that the actions taken against Mountbatten-Windsor were "deemed necessary" despite his denials of wrongdoing. Khanna has reiterated his stance on social media, emphasizing the need for the royal family to provide financial reparations to the victims, whom he described as "working-class girls."
Criticism & Opposition
While Khanna's position has garnered support, it has also faced scrutiny. Critics may argue that the royal family should not be held financially responsible for the actions of an individual member. Additionally, there are concerns regarding the implications of such compensation on the institution of the monarchy and its historical context.
Conflicting Reports & Gaps
There are discrepancies regarding the extent of Mountbatten-Windsor's involvement in Epstein's activities. While prosecutors have stated that he is not currently a target of their investigation, the released documents suggest significant evidence of his connections to Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell. The ongoing investigation and the release of further documents may clarify these issues in the future.
What's Next
As the investigation into Epstein's network continues, Khanna has called for Mountbatten-Windsor to testify before the House Oversight Committee. The outcome of this testimony and any additional revelations from the ongoing document releases could further impact public perception of the royal family and their accountability regarding Epstein's victims.
Verbatim Quotes
- “The royal family should be ashamed and horrified. They should be compensating each of the working-class girls who were victims of the Epstein class,” — Ro Khanna, U.S. Representative
- “The public deserves to know who was abusing women and young girls alongside Epstein.” — Ro Khanna, U.S. Representative
