Washington, March 31 (NationPress) Congressman Ro Khanna has urged King Charles III to meet with the victims of Jeffrey Epstein's exploitation during his forthcoming trip to the United States, emphasizing that such a meeting would signify a move towards accountability for a significant global network.

In a letter prior to the King's anticipated address to a joint session of Congress in the week of April 27, Khanna expressed his desire for a private discussion between the monarch and the survivors.

“The push to make the Epstein files public is fundamentally about delivering justice to the survivors. Global leaders must hold Epstein’s influential network accountable. Listening to the survivors' stories and their concerns is a vital step forward. This is why I am earnestly requesting a meeting between King Charles and those who suffered from Epstein’s abuse,” Khanna stated.

As a co-author of the Epstein Files Transparency Act, Khanna highlighted the survivors' wish for such a meeting, which would allow them to directly address how powerful individuals and institutions failed to protect them.

In his correspondence, Khanna pointed to recent events in the UK that have intensified scrutiny on individuals and institutions linked to Epstein and his network.

“These developments have sparked serious inquiries regarding conduct, access, and whether public trust was compromised or if public institutions played a role in concealing wrongdoing,” he wrote.

Khanna also referenced the King's own call for a “full, fair, and proper” investigation, acknowledging the gravity of the concerns raised.

The Congressman emphasized that the issue extends beyond the U.S., referencing Epstein’s connections to Britain through Ghislaine Maxwell and his relationships with notable British figures.

“These ties bring to light broader issues regarding how Epstein maintained his influence, credibility, and protection across international borders for an extended period,” Khanna remarked.

He further noted efforts by Congress to obtain testimony from Prince Andrew and Peter Mandelson regarding their alleged associations with Epstein.

According to the letter, Prince Andrew did not respond to congressional inquiries, while Mandelson declined to participate, citing an ongoing criminal investigation. As a result, Congress was unable to secure any testimony.

Khanna believes that a meeting between the King and survivors could unveil additional information that British institutions and individuals might be able to contribute.

“This would also ensure that survivors are directly heard and that these issues are confronted with transparency, seriousness, and accountability,” he concluded.

He reiterated that he was making this request “with full respect for the significance” of the King's visit.