US Congress Formally Requests Sarah Ferguson's Testimony on Epstein Links
Sarah Ferguson, the former Duchess of York, has been formally requested by US Congressman Suhas Subramanyam to testify before a congressional committee investigating the late financier and convicted paedophile Jeffrey Epstein. The request, detailed in a letter sent to Ms Ferguson, cites her "close personal and business ties" to Epstein and sets a strict two-week deadline for a response by April 9, 2026.
Focus on Prince Andrew's Involvement
The congressional committee is specifically seeking information regarding any knowledge Ms Ferguson may have about Prince Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's involvement in Epstein's operations. This development intensifies the scrutiny on the British royal family's connections to the disgraced financier, whose network has been linked to widespread sexual abuse and trafficking.
Recent releases from the Epstein files have revealed a notably close relationship between Ms Ferguson and Epstein. Emails show that after his 2008 conviction, Ms Ferguson praised him as a "legend" and sought financial assistance, asking to borrow sums of £50,000 or £100,000. Further documents indicate she referred to him as "the brother I have always wished for" and took her daughters to lunch with him shortly after his release from prison.
Broader Consequences and Public Fallout
This congressional request follows a series of significant repercussions for Ms Ferguson. The City of York Council recently stripped her of her Freedom of the City title, a move that underscores the growing public and institutional backlash against those associated with Epstein. Additionally, six companies linked to Ms Ferguson are currently winding down, and her charity has announced its closure, highlighting the financial and reputational toll of these revelations.
The testimony demand places Ms Ferguson at the centre of an ongoing international investigation, with US lawmakers aiming to uncover deeper insights into Epstein's operations and the extent of his connections with high-profile individuals. Survivors of Epstein's abuse have been vocal in calling for accountability, and this step represents a critical effort to bring further transparency to the case.
As the deadline approaches, all eyes will be on Ms Ferguson's response and the potential implications for both the British monarchy and the broader investigation into one of the most notorious criminal networks in recent history.
