Overview
- Mette-Marit said she regretted meeting Epstein, described the relationship as friendly, denied any sexual nature, and said she never witnessed illegal activity.
- U.S. Justice Department documents show she maintained contact with Epstein from 2011 to 2014 and stayed at his Palm Beach home for four days in 2013.
- The crown princess issued an apology to King Harald and Queen Sonja on February 6 following the document release.
- She has not been accused of any criminal wrongdoing in connection with Epstein.
- Political leaders, including the prime minister, have pressed for a full account as a Norstat poll found support for the monarchy fell to 60% in February from 70% in January.