May 23, 2026government accountabilitygovernment accountabilityforeign affairsdocument transparencyJusticeAccountabilityThe Epstein Files
Released papers show Queen Elizabeth backed Andrew trade-envoy appointment
Released UK government documents showed Queen Elizabeth II strongly supported Andrew appointment as a trade envoy even as officials raised concerns about vetting and suitability. The papers gave Parliament and the public new evidence about how royal preference shaped a government role later scrutinized through the Epstein fallout.