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UK: Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor Arrested on Misconduct Charges

UK: Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor Arrested on Misconduct Charges

UK: Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor Arrested on Misconduct Charges
Above: A vehicle is seen at the entrance to the Royal Lodge, a 30-room property and former residence Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, at Windsor Great Park in Windsor, Berkshire on Feb. 19, 2026. Image credit: Toby Shepheard/AFP/Getty Images

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The arrest of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor represents a seismic, unprecedented moment for the British monarchy that cannot be understated. While innocent until proven guilty, a senior royal sitting in police custody station marks a stunning fall from palace splendor. This case stretches the very fabric of the British constitution in a way never seen before.

Arresting Andrew for misconduct in public office, instead of well-publicized trafficking and sexual abuse allegations, exposes a broken justice system that protects the powerful. While the real crimes involving the abuse of minors get swept aside, passing government documents prompts legal action. This selective prosecution proves the system only cares about itself and not the people it is meant to protect.

Metaculus Prediction

There is a 70% chance that any part of Great Britain will be under monarchy in 2075, according to the Metaculus prediction community.


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