US Congressman Issues Stark Warning Over Epstein Files Fallout
In a dramatic statement that has sent shockwaves through political circles, a senior American lawmaker has declared that the release of the Jeffrey Epstein files poses an existential threat to the British government and has placed the monarchy in unprecedented peril. Ro Khanna, the California Democratic representative who co-authored the congressional bill forcing Donald Trump to disclose the files, made these explosive comments on Tuesday just before entering a closed-door deposition with Ghislaine Maxwell.
Allegations Against Lord Mandelson Could Trigger Government Collapse
When questioned about the involvement of prominent British figures like Lord Mandelson and Prince Andrew, Khanna did not mince words. 'Mandelson may bring down the whole government, from what I hear,' he stated bluntly to reporters gathered outside the House Oversight Committee hearing. The congressman elaborated on what he described as 'terrible behavior,' alleging that Mandelson was working for former Prime Minister Gordon Brown while simultaneously leaking sensitive information about the UK potentially buying Euros, enabling Epstein to trade on that insider knowledge.
'The allegations are very serious – that he was working for Gordon Brown and then feeding information about UK possibly buying Euros and having Epstein trade on that,' Khanna emphasized, suggesting these revelations could have devastating political consequences.
Monarchy Faces Unprecedented Vulnerability
Khanna extended his warning to the very institution of the British monarchy, declaring it to be in its most fragile state in history. 'I think this is the most vulnerable the British monarchy has ever been,' he asserted. The lawmaker went even further, suggesting that royal figures should face direct questioning about their connections to the scandal. 'They ought to ask the King and Queen questions,' Khanna insisted, before adding the provocative speculation that 'maybe this will be the end of the monarchy.'
These comments appear to reference recent public incidents where King Charles has faced heckling over Prince Andrew's well-documented association with Jeffrey Epstein. The Duke of York's ties to the convicted sex offender have remained a persistent source of controversy and embarrassment for the royal family.
Context and Timing of the Warning
The timing of Khanna's warning is particularly significant, coming as he prepared to participate in the confidential deposition of Ghislaine Maxwell, Epstein's former associate who is currently serving a prison sentence for her role in his trafficking network. As a key architect of the legislation that compelled the release of the Epstein files, Khanna possesses unique insight into the potentially damaging information contained within those documents.
The congressman's remarks highlight how what began as an American scandal now threatens to engulf the highest echelons of British power. With allegations reaching into the heart of government through figures like Lord Mandelson – who recently appeared alongside Prime Minister Keir Starmer at diplomatic events – and touching the royal family through Prince Andrew, the Epstein files continue to cast a long shadow over UK institutions.
As the fallout from the released documents continues to unfold, Khanna's warning serves as a stark reminder that the political and constitutional implications may only be beginning to surface, with potentially seismic consequences for Britain's governance and centuries-old monarchy.
