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Crown Princess Regrets Friendship with Epstein, Investigated

3/20/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Crown Princess Mette-Marit of Norway expressed regret about her friendship with Jeffrey Epstein, saying she felt manipulated and deceived.
She said in an interview she failed to investigate his background and did not know his criminal history until 2019.
Epstein's files show communication from 2011 to 2014, including a stay at his Palm Beach home in 2013.
Norway's parliament has opened independent investigation into Epstein's ties with the foreign office.

History

Historical Context

Jeffrey Epstein, arrested in 2019 for sex trafficking minors, had extensive ties to influential figures, including Crown Princess Mette-Marit of Norway and former U.S. President Bill Clinton. His connections raised significant scrutiny regarding elite accountability and systemic failures in oversight. The ongoing investigation by Norway's parliament reflects a broader demand for transparency in governmental ties to controversial individuals, highlighting the need for reform.

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Story summary

Crown Princess Mette-Marit of Norway expressed regret about her friendship with Jeffrey Epstein, saying she felt manipulated and deceived.
She said in an interview she failed to investigate his background and did not know his criminal history until 2019.
Epstein's files show communication from 2011 to 2014, including a stay at his Palm Beach home in 2013.
Norway's parliament has opened independent investigation into Epstein's ties with the foreign office.

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