Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie Barred from Royal Ascot Amid Andrew's Epstein Scandal

• Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie reportedly barred from Royal Ascot due to renewed scrutiny over Prince Andrew’s ties to Jeffrey Epstein.
• The decision reflects the monarchy's efforts to distance itself from controversy and avoid reputational risk at high-profile events.
• Prince William and Kate Middleton reportedly want to keep their cousins “at arm’s length,” suggesting a broader exclusion from future royal public events.
• Concerns persist that their presence could revive attention on Prince Andrew’s past associations, casting a long shadow over the institution.
• Neither Buckingham Palace nor the princesses' representatives have issued an official statement on the reports.