Norway's Royals Under Scrutiny: Crown Princess's Son Faces Rape Charges, Epstein Ties Resurface

• Marius Borg Høiby, Crown Princess Mette-Marit's eldest son, is on trial for multiple alleged offenses, including rape, pleading not guilty to the most serious charges.
• The case, coupled with new revelations about Mette-Marit's contacts with Jeffrey Epstein, has brought international attention to the Norwegian royal family.
• Mette-Marit expressed regret for her contact with Epstein, stating she took responsibility for not investigating his background more thoroughly.
• An email exchange revealed Mette-Marit asking Epstein about wallpaper for her son, and Epstein noting he was on a "wife hunt" preferring "Scandinavians."
• The royal family's popularity has declined following these events, with polls showing reduced support for the constitutional monarchy in Norway.