“Long ago he concluded that this problem is unsolvable. The prince will now probably feel even more certain that a return to public life is not possible, as this accusation regularly crops up.”
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American Virginia Giuffre accuses Andrew of abusing her about twenty years ago when she was a minor. The woman is only now going to court because a law in New York has expired and victims of child abuse can file a civil suit despite the expiration of the statute of limitations.
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According to the source, Charles loves his brother but the case is “unwanted reputational damage” for the royal family.
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The legal battle could last for several years and overshadow King Elizabeth’s 70th reign, which should be a big celebration next year. The royal family is also bracing for the publication of Prince Harry’s memoirs next fall.
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Due to Giuffre’s accusations, Andrew already withdrew from public life in November 2019 and resigned from his royal functions. Most of the charitable organizations of which he was a patron have since scrapped him. He still holds various honorary positions with the British armed forces.
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