Prince Andrew is once again in the spotlight, facing fresh legal trouble after a second woman came forward with serious allegations connected to the late Jeffrey Epstein.
The unnamed woman claims she was flown to Britain by Epstein for sexual encounters and, shockingly, was later taken to Buckingham Palace for tea.
The woman’s US lawyer has issued a firm warning to both Andrew and the Royal Family, urging them to address the claims promptly or risk being dragged into court. According to the allegations, she was in her twenties when Epstein arranged for her to spend a night with Andrew at his Royal Lodge residence in 2010.
These allegations mark the first time any Epstein accuser has claimed a sexual encounter took place at a royal residence.
Legal Pressure Mounts
Attorney Brad Edwards, who represents more than 200 alleged Epstein victims, spoke to the Daily Mail, saying: “I’m hoping sometime this week that someone on behalf of the Palace will reach out and say, ‘Let’s figure this out.’”
Edwards previously sued Andrew on behalf of Virginia Giuffre, who claimed she was sexually abused by the former Duke of York in London, New York, and on Epstein’s Caribbean island.
Andrew eventually settled for a reported £12 million before the case went to trial—but without admitting any wrongdoing. The Duke has consistently denied all allegations.
The renewed focus on Andrew comes after the US Department of Justice released over three million documents linked to Epstein, including an email Epstein sent in 2010 offering to introduce Andrew to “a friend… 26, Russian, clever, beautiful, trustworthy.”
It remains unclear if the woman mentioned in that email is the same one now making new claims.
The Broader Epstein Fallout
The document release has also cast attention on former Labour minister Lord Peter Mandelson, highlighting his ties to Epstein.
The papers suggest that while serving as business secretary under Gordon Brown, Mandelson tried to influence policy on bankers’ bonuses at Epstein’s request.
Bank statements included in the documents reportedly show $75,000 deposited into accounts connected to him and discussions around a £2 million flat in Rio.
Mandelson has denied recognizing the transactions and said he never owned property in Brazil, suggesting the records could be falsified.
Political Calls for Accountability
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and other political figures have joined calls for Andrew to testify before a US congressional investigation into Epstein, warning that refusal to do so would neglect the victims’ interests.
Brad Edwards emphasized the need for accountability, stating, “She was severely exploited by Jeffrey Epstein. An extension of that was the exploitation of her by Prince Andrew.
She’s a strong person, but achieving justice is very difficult given what she knows. We need cooperation and someone with a conscience to do what’s right.”
Edwards also criticized the Royal Family’s approach, saying stripping Andrew of his titles does little to help victims.
“By taking away his ability to make compensation payments, they’ve stripped the victims of any chance of justice,” he said.
When Andrew lost his remaining titles in October, Buckingham Palace issued a statement expressing sympathy for abuse survivors but did not address compensation directly.
Labour and Legal Pressure on Andrew
Sir Keir Starmer has urged the Duke to cooperate fully with US investigators.
“Epstein’s victims have to be the first priority,” Starmer said, emphasizing that anyone with information should provide it.
Three months ago, Starmer was less forceful, leaving the decision to Andrew.
Shadow Home Secretary Chris Philp also urged full cooperation from both Andrew and Mandelson.
The Rise and Fall of Lord Mandelson
Nicknamed “the Prince of Darkness” for his political maneuverings, Mandelson has long been a powerful figure in British politics.
He helped Tony Blair rise to Labour leadership in 1994, and played key roles under Blair and Gordon Brown, serving in multiple cabinet positions.
Despite early successes, Mandelson’s career was marred by controversy.
Resignations over a secret £373,000 loan in 1998 and passport allegations in 2001 briefly derailed him, though he returned to government multiple times.
He later became EU Trade Commissioner and was appointed ambassador to the US by Starmer in 2025.
However, his links to Epstein have once again forced him into the headlines, leading to his resignation from the Labour Party amid intense scrutiny.
What Comes Next?
As both Prince Andrew and Lord Mandelson face renewed legal and political pressure, questions remain over accountability, compensation for victims, and whether the Royal Family will actively participate in resolving the claims.
The Epstein fallout continues to send shockwaves through the corridors of power in both the UK and the US.
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