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The Epstein Files Shock European Elites. Princes, Ambassadors and Senior Politicians Under Pressure
2026-02-08 17:33:15 / BOTA
The release on January 30 of more than 3 million pages of documents related to the investigation into former financier Jeffrey Epstein has caused a strong political and institutional shock, especially in Europe. The files reveal that Epstein had built a vast international network that included members of royal families, political leaders, billionaires, bankers and academics.
According to documents released by the US State Department, the biggest blow from this publication has been suffered by the elites of the European continent, more than by public figures in the United States. The revelations have shaken the political, social and economic elite of several European countries, leading to the end of careers, resignations and the launch of political and criminal investigations.
Among the most talked-about names is former British ambassador to Washington, Peter Mandelson, who risks prosecution for sharing sensitive information with Epstein. The case has also caused a political crisis in the United Kingdom, putting pressure on Prime Minister Keir Starmer to appoint Mandelson to senior positions.
The reputations and careers of public figures in Norway, Sweden and Slovakia have also been severely damaged. Even before the latest files were released, Prince Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, brother of King Charles III, lost his royal titles and taxpayer-funded villa because of his links to Epstein.
However, apart from Prince Andrew, none of the people named in the documents have yet faced criminal charges or allegations of sexual misconduct. Most have suffered consequences for maintaining friendly relations with Epstein even after he was convicted of sexually abusing a minor.
The documents were released after intense public and political pressure in the US, which turned into a crisis for the administration of President Donald Trump. Republicans and Democrats joined forces to force the US government to release the investigation files.
Meanwhile, for some American public figures linked to Epstein, such as former Trump adviser Steve Bannon and billionaire Elon Musk, the consequences so far have been largely reputational. Former President Bill Clinton has been subpoenaed by Republicans to testify before Congress about his relationship with Epstein, while Trump himself has faced questions about his ties to the former financier. Neither Trump nor Clinton have ever been accused by Epstein's victims.
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