Feds Formally Ask UK For Testimony By Prince Andrew

NBC News reports:

Federal prosecutors in New York have formally requested through the British government to speak with Prince Andrew as part of their criminal investigation into Jeffrey Epstein’s history of sexual abuse, according to a person familiar with the matter.

The request, made under a Mutual Legal Assistance Treaty, or MLAT, is similar to a subpoena in this case for Prince Andrew’s testimony.

It’s a rare move to seek an interview like this through MLAT, officials say, and it’s focused on making sure the investigation is as thorough as possible. U.S. Attorney Geoffrey Berman foreshadowed the move in March when he said he would consider legal action after Prince Andrew’s representatives had closed the door to an interview.

US asks UK to ‘make Prince Andrew available for questioning over Epstein scandal’ https://t.co/D2GzErwPrR

— The Independent (@Independent) June 8, 2020

Federal prosecutors in New York request testimony from Prince Andrew as part of Jeffrey Epstein investigation. https://t.co/71dYcHahjs

— ABC News (@ABC) June 8, 2020