Queen Elizabeth II Pushed for Significant Role for Son Andrew Despite Legal Troubles
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Queen Elizabeth II advocated for her son Prince Andrew to receive a significant official role, despite mounting legal controversies surrounding the Duke of York. Police detained and questioned Andrew in February over suspected abuse of power related to his connections with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The Queen's support for her son came as Andrew faced increasing scrutiny over his association with Epstein, the American financier who died in prison while awaiting trial on sex trafficking charges. Andrew has faced civil lawsuits and public criticism over his relationship with Epstein, leading to his withdrawal from royal duties in 2019.