Complaint About Andrew’s Conduct Came From an Anti-Monarchy Group

New York Times - WorldEN 3 min read 100% complete by Ashley AhnFebruary 19, 2026 at 11:13 PM

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Days before Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's arrest on February 19, 2026, Republic, a prominent British anti-monarchy group, filed a report with the Thames Valley Police in England concerning possible criminal activity by the former prince. Republic's chief executive, Graham Smith, filed the complaint on February 9 after reports surfaced that Mountbatten-Windsor may have shared confidential information with Jeffrey Epstein. Police then announced they were considering a formal investigation, and Mountbatten-Windsor was arrested, held, and released, remaining under investigation. Republic, founded in 1983, has grown since Queen Elizabeth II's death, using increased donations to fund anti-monarchy advertising and protests across the country. The group believes Mountbatten-Windsor's arrest will further boost membership by eroding public trust in the royal family.

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