King Charles faced a protest during a public appearance at Lichfield Cathedral in England on Monday. A man shouted questions regarding the King’s brother, Prince Andrew, and his connections to the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The incident highlights the ongoing scrutiny surrounding the royal family amid growing concerns about Andrew's past.

As King Charles greeted well-wishers outside the cathedral, the protester asked, "How long have you known about Andrew and Epstein?" He also inquired whether the King had urged police to cover up for Andrew and if Members of Parliament should be allowed to debate royal matters in the House of Commons. Despite the protest, many attendees defended the King, with one woman telling the protester to "shut up" and others chanting in support of the monarch.

The protest comes as discussions intensify regarding Prince Andrew's future within the royal family. Recently, Andrew announced he would relinquish his title of Duke of York amid ongoing allegations and public backlash. He has consistently denied any wrongdoing related to Epstein and the allegations made by Virginia Giuffre, who claims she was sexually abused by him as a teenager. Giuffre's posthumously published memoir has reignited public interest in Andrew's past, detailing her accusations against him.

In a statement earlier this month, Andrew acknowledged the damage to the royal family and stated he would stop using his titles. However, he remains a prince and has not been stripped of his titles by Parliament. The royal family is reportedly considering relocating Andrew from his current residence at Royal Lodge, where he has lived rent-free for over 20 years, to Frogmore Cottage, previously occupied by Prince Harry and Meghan Markle.

The King has not publicly commented on the allegations against Andrew or the removal of his titles. In a symbolic gesture, Andrew's coat of arms was taken down from Windsor Castle last week. Reports indicate that Andrew is in discussions with the King’s representatives about moving out of Royal Lodge, which has been a point of contention due to the minimal rent he pays.

Liberal Democrat leader Ed Davey has called for a parliamentary inquiry into the Crown Estate's management of Andrew's housing situation, arguing that Andrew has forfeited any special treatment due to his actions. He stated, "By disgracing his office, Prince Andrew has relinquished any rights to special treatment at the expense of the taxpayer."

As the royal family navigates these challenges, Princess Anne is set to travel to Australia and Singapore for public engagements starting November 8. Her visit will include attending a ceremony marking the 100th anniversary of the Royal Australian Corps of Signals, among other military engagements. The ongoing scrutiny of Prince Andrew's past continues to cast a shadow over the monarchy as it seeks to maintain its public image amid these controversies.