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Trump Calls Prince Andrew's Arrest 'A Shame' in Epstein-Linked Misconduct Case

President Trump weighed in after Andrew was detained then released under investigation in a case linked to Epstein disclosures.

Overview

  • Thames Valley Police arrested Andrew on suspicion of misconduct in public office over ties to Jeffrey Epstein and released him later under further investigation.
  • Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One, Trump called the development "a shame" and "so bad for the royal family."
  • Trump praised King Charles as "a fantastic man, king" and referenced the monarch's planned visit to the United States this summer.
  • Referring to newly released Department of Justice materials on Epstein, Trump said he has been "totally exonerated" and that he "did nothing."
  • Reporting says the suspicion relates to alleged correspondence with Epstein during Andrew's tenure as a UK trade envoy.