Britain’s King Charles is expected to visit the United States in April, a trip coinciding with the anniversary of Virginia Giuffre’s death. The state visit is intended to commemorate 250 years of U.S. independence.
Giuffre previously accused Jeffrey Epstein of trafficking her to Charles’s brother, the former Prince Andrew. Her family has urged King Charles to meet with survivors of abuse during his trip.
Buckingham Palace has stated the royal family’s sympathies are with victims and survivors of abuse. The visit could test the monarchy’s willingness to address the controversy surrounding the allegations.