Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre has stated he agrees with Crown Princess Mette-Marit's admission of poor judgement after it became known that she had extensive contacts with the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The princess is featured hundreds of times in the latest files released by the US Department of Justice related to Epstein between 2011 and 2014.
This incident marks another embarrassment for the royal family, coinciding with the imminent trial of her son in Oslo on 38 charges, including rape and assault. Mette-Marit, who married Norway's Crown Prince Haakon as a commoner, is in line to become queen when her husband ascends the throne.
As details of her communications with Epstein began to surface, the Crown Princess issued a statement stating, I showed poor judgement and regret having any contact with Epstein at all. It is simply embarrassing. She also expressed her deep sympathy and solidarity with the victims of the abuses committed by Jeffrey Epstein.
While Prime Minister Støre did not extend his remarks beyond agreeing with the princess's admission, his implicit criticism is seen as unusual, especially as he pointed out ex-Prime Minister Thorbjørn Jagland's planned holiday on Epstein's island, which he ultimately canceled.
The recent release of documents indicates that the Crown Princess spent four days at Epstein's home in Palm Beach in January 2013. One email raised eyebrows as she asked Epstein if a mother should suggest images of naked women carrying surfboards as her son's wallpaper.
The tone of their correspondence has shocked observers in Norway, with implications that she was aware of Epstein's previous legal troubles. The Norwegian royal family has faced numerous scandals, including the marriage of the crown prince's sister to an American shaman.
As Norwegians brace for Marius Borg Høiby's trial, questions arise regarding Mette-Marit's awareness of the contentious nature of her connections with Epstein, alongside scrutiny of her advisors. Mette-Marit's health is a concern as she contemplates a lung transplant. Her son, 29, denies the most severe allegations against him, which include multiple charges of sexual assault. If convicted, he could face a minimum of 10 years in prison. No royal family members are expected to attend the trial, which begins in Oslo on Tuesday. In a recent statement to the media, Crown Prince Haakon offered support to all impacted by the case, emphasizing the family's emotional investment in the trials, even though Marius is not considered part of the royal family.}
This incident marks another embarrassment for the royal family, coinciding with the imminent trial of her son in Oslo on 38 charges, including rape and assault. Mette-Marit, who married Norway's Crown Prince Haakon as a commoner, is in line to become queen when her husband ascends the throne.
As details of her communications with Epstein began to surface, the Crown Princess issued a statement stating, I showed poor judgement and regret having any contact with Epstein at all. It is simply embarrassing. She also expressed her deep sympathy and solidarity with the victims of the abuses committed by Jeffrey Epstein.
While Prime Minister Støre did not extend his remarks beyond agreeing with the princess's admission, his implicit criticism is seen as unusual, especially as he pointed out ex-Prime Minister Thorbjørn Jagland's planned holiday on Epstein's island, which he ultimately canceled.
The recent release of documents indicates that the Crown Princess spent four days at Epstein's home in Palm Beach in January 2013. One email raised eyebrows as she asked Epstein if a mother should suggest images of naked women carrying surfboards as her son's wallpaper.
The tone of their correspondence has shocked observers in Norway, with implications that she was aware of Epstein's previous legal troubles. The Norwegian royal family has faced numerous scandals, including the marriage of the crown prince's sister to an American shaman.
As Norwegians brace for Marius Borg Høiby's trial, questions arise regarding Mette-Marit's awareness of the contentious nature of her connections with Epstein, alongside scrutiny of her advisors. Mette-Marit's health is a concern as she contemplates a lung transplant. Her son, 29, denies the most severe allegations against him, which include multiple charges of sexual assault. If convicted, he could face a minimum of 10 years in prison. No royal family members are expected to attend the trial, which begins in Oslo on Tuesday. In a recent statement to the media, Crown Prince Haakon offered support to all impacted by the case, emphasizing the family's emotional investment in the trials, even though Marius is not considered part of the royal family.}
