King will not meet Epstein survivors on US visit
The US state visit will see the King heading into choppy diplomatic waters during London-Washington tensions.
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Notable Quotes
"To every survivor of every kind of violence, many of whom have not been able to tell their stories or who have not been believed, please know that you are not alone."
— Queen Camilla , Celebrity
"Mature alliances are not about pretending differences don't exist; they are about addressing them directly, respectfully, and with a focus on results."
— Sir Keir Starmer , Politician
"To every survivor of every kind of violence, many of whom have not been able to tell their stories or who have not been believed, please know that you are not alone."
— Queen Camilla , Celebrity
"I call on Congress to provide the women who have been victimized by Epstein with a public hearing specifically centered around the survivors."
— Melania Trump , Celebrity
"You want to retraumatize us and ask us to go in front of Congress and tell them our story, which we have told some of them already."
— Marina Lacerda , Activist
"I'm willing to testify before Congress about what Jeffrey Epstein did to me and how I was attacked in the room."
— Alicia Arden , Activist
Key People
Alicia Arden is a model and a survivor who claims Jeffrey Epstein assaulted her.
Maria Farmer's sister who was also a victim of Epstein.
Former president of the United States known for his aggressive economic policies.
King Charles is the current monarch of the United Kingdom.
One of the survivors of Epstein's abuse.
Survivor who reported Epstein and Maxwell's abuse in 1996.
Marina Lacerda is a survivor of Jeffrey Epstein's abuse who advocates for accountability.
First Lady of the United States known for her social initiatives.
Queen Camilla is the wife of King Charles III.
A California Democrat opposing military action against Iran.
Leader of the Labour Party and Member of Parliament for Holborn and St Pancras.
Accused Prince Andrew of being involved in sex trafficking.
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The US state visit will see the King heading into choppy diplomatic waters during London-Washington tensions.
Buckingham Palace confirms that King Charles III and Queen Camilla will not meet survivors of Jeffrey Epstein during their upcoming state visit to the US, citing potential impacts on ongoing legal proceedings.
Survivors of Jeffrey Epstein's abuse and US Congressman Ro Khanna urge King Charles III and Queen Camilla to meet with victims during their upcoming state visit to the US, highlighting the need for justice and transparency.
Reports suggest Queen Camilla may meet with survivors of Jeffrey Epstein during the US state visit, a move that could impact the royal family's image amid scrutiny over Prince Andrew's past associations.
Survivors of Jeffrey Epstein's abuse express varied responses to First Lady Melania Trump's call for a congressional hearing, highlighting the complexities of seeking justice.
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