February 11, 2026

King Charles Works to Contain Fallout from Prince Andrew's Epstein Ties

The Economist World
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King Charles is actively working to limit the reputational damage caused by Prince Andrew's well-documented connections to the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The controversy has persisted as a major challenge for the British royal family, forcing the monarch to navigate complex family dynamics while protecting the institution of the Crown.

The Epstein association has led to Prince Andrew's significant withdrawal from public royal duties, but the fallout continues to generate negative headlines and public scrutiny. King Charles faces the delicate task of distancing the monarchy from the scandal while managing his brother's position within the family, a balancing act that has tested the royal household's crisis management capabilities and public communications strategy.
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