Pressure is mounting on Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor as members of a US congressional committee investigating the Jeffrey Epstein scandal intensify calls for him to answer questions about his relationship with the late convicted sex offender. The appeals come after King Charles removed Andrew’s "prince" title, a move marking the most significant step yet in Andrew’s ongoing royal fallout.

Although Andrew has consistently denied any wrongdoing, several Democrat members of the House Oversight Committee have expressed a renewed push for his testimony. However, the committee – controlled by Republicans – has yet to signal support for a formal inquiry involving the Duke.

One member of the committee stated that Andrew should cooperate “if he wants to clear his name” and “do right by the victims.” He confirmed that the Duke of York could appear remotely, with legal representation, or even in private before the panel.

“Andrew's name has come up many times from the victims,” he said. “So he clearly has knowledge of what happened and we just want him to come forward and tell us what he knows.”

Another committee member echoed this sentiment, saying he would be willing to issue a subpoena to Andrew—though he recognized the challenge of enforcing it while Andrew resides outside the US. “If Andrew wishes to come to the United States or he's here, then he's subject to the jurisdiction of the US Congress,” he added.

A third member of the committee noted that hearing from Andrew “might be helpful in getting justice for these survivors” but acknowledged the legal limitations of compelling testimony from a foreign national.

Meanwhile, one of Epstein’s accusers criticized Andrew for his silence, stating: “If he has nothing to hide, then why is he hiding?” She urged the Duke to “take some initiative” and assist with the investigation.

In the UK, the story has also taken a legal turn. The police watchdog confirmed it has reached out to the Metropolitan Police over reports alleging Andrew sought to obtain personal information on his accuser, Virginia Giuffre, through his police protection in 2011. Scotland Yard has yet to make any referrals.

Newly-released court documents have also come to light, revealing an email from Andrew to Epstein in 2010 discussing plans to “catch up in person” just months after Epstein's release from prison for soliciting a minor. That same year, the two were photographed walking in Central Park, a meeting Andrew later justified as an attempt to end their friendship.

The monarchy's frustration with Andrew’s involvement in the Epstein scandal became public this week with the removal of his remaining royal titles, citing “serious lapses of judgement” despite Andrew's denials.

King Charles also ordered Andrew to vacate his longstanding residence at Royal Lodge in Windsor and relocate to a smaller property on the Sandringham estate. The move is expected to take place by early next year.

The ongoing controversy has reignited public debate over Andrew’s role in not only the royal family but also in the wider Epstein investigation. With renewed signals from US lawmakers and public pressure growing in the UK, the calls for clarity—and accountability—are increasing.