Royal Pains

Prince Andrew is bowing out of his royal titles. 

On Friday, King Charles’s younger brother announced he will no longer use the title of Duke of York, saying renewed “accusations” about his ties to disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein “distract from the work” of the Royal Family. Andrew, who “vigorously” denies allegations, said he made the decision “with His Majesty’s agreement,” and that he must put “duty to my family and country first.”

Meanwhile, the U.S. House Oversight Committee released new Epstein files, including flight manifests and a transcript of its 2019 interview with former U.S. Attorney Alex Acosta, who negotiated Epstein’s controversial 2008 plea deal. Representatives Massie (R-KY) and Khanna (D-CA) are still pushing for a full release of the DOJ’s files on Epstein. They need one more signature, which Rep-Elect Grijalva (D-AZ) has promised after she’s sworn in. 

Confused about what an “Epstein File” is? Read our brief explainer.

CHOOSE HUMILITY
When discussing divisive topics, such as the allegations against Prince Andrew, remember that both your stance and how you take your stance reflect on Christ.

“But the wisdom from above is first pure, then peace-loving, gentle, open to reason, full of mercy and good fruits, unwavering, without pretense.”
James 3:17 (CSB) (read full passage)