Prince Andrew was considering “abdication” in 2011, Jeffrey Epstein was told after money and protection was taken away from his daughters.
Email: “A is sad and frustrated. Considering abdication but he’s like a zoo animal, no way esp now for him to thrive.” pic.twitter.com/oKhxabXduc— Chris Ship (@chrisshipitv) February 3, 2026
The brother of King Charles III, formerly known as Prince Andrew, was arrested last week after the release of some Epstein-related files suggested he betrayed the UK by passing on certain information (see Former Prince Andrew arrested and Bill Gates cancels India speech: Fallout from Epstein file releases?).
While as the tweet above suggests that Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor considered abdicating from the royal family, now, there have been calls for him to be officially removed from the royal succession list from the UK and Australia, with New Zealand saying they would back that.
Australia backs move to nix ‘this bloke’ Andrew from succession
New Zealand also said it would support such a move.24 February 2026
A UK government proposal to remove King Charles III’s brother, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, from the line of succession to the monarchy gained momentum as governments in Australia and New Zealand backed the plan.
“These are really serious allegations,” Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said in a radio interview on Tuesday. “This has been quite a fall from grace, but he still remains in the line of succession.”
Albanese said he sent a letter to his British counterpart Keir Starmer confirming his government would agree to any proposal to remove Mountbatten-Windsor from the line of royal succession. New Zealand also said it would support such a move.
Starmer is considering introducing legislation to strip Mountbatten-Windsor of any right to accede to the throne once a police investigation into alleged misconduct in public office has concluded. The former prince was arrested last week following revelations contained in emails with disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein released by the US Department of Justice. He was later released without charge.
“I think that Australians don’t want a bar of this bloke, frankly,” Albanese added. “And I think that most people around the world would think that. And that’s why it is appropriate, I believe, that the UK move first to remove him from that line of succession as our head of state.”
In Australia, to not “want a bar” of someone is short-hand for not wanting anything to do with them.
While he was always unlikely to become king, Mountbatten-Windsor is still eighth in line to the throne. Removing him from the line of succession would require primary legislation to be passed by the UK parliament and need agreement from 14 other Commonwealth nations that have the British monarch as their head of state, including Australia, Canada and New Zealand. https://www.moneyweb.co.za/news-fast-news/australia-backs-move-to-nix-this-bloke-andrew-from-succession/
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor is outraged by various things that have happened to him. Notice, for example, the following:
Arrogant ex-Prince Andrew cried ‘I’m the Queen’s son’ as he was booted from Royal Lodge: report
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, formerly known as Prince Andrew, reportedly made a desperate plea as he was evicted from his 30-room mansion in Windsor and relocated to the Sandringham Estate earlier this month.
“He refused to leave or take any responsibility,” an insider told the Sun on Sunday.
“When he was told to get out he was so arrogant and deluded he repeatedly shouted, ‘But I’m the Queen’s second son, you can’t do this to me.’” …
The residential move came as the result of Andrew’s ties to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, who died in prison in 2019 at the age of 66.
Weeks after his exile, Andrew was arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office while working as a British trade envoy.
He was accused of allegedly sharing confidential trade documents with Epstein.
If convicted, the former Duke of York could face life in prison. Andrew previously denied any wrongdoing, though his relationship with Epstein has been long known. https://pagesix.com/2026/02/22/royal-family/ex-prince-andrew-cried-im-the-queens-son-as-he-was-booted-from-royal-lodge-report/
While Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor is the son of former Queen Elizabeth II, the UK and others who accept the British royal family have procedures in place that allow Andrew to be treated as other than a royal.
And yes, they may very well remove his official ability for succession.
He had his prince title removed last year by his brother, King Charles III:
Charles stripped Mountbatten-Windsor of his royal titles, including “Prince” and “Duke of York,” in October. 2/16/26 https://www.newsweek.com/prince-william-banish-prince-andrew-king-charles-book-11528929
Now, I do not know what King Charles’ brother is actually guilty of–and maybe he is not guilty of anything the world considers to be a crime–but the following scripture came to mind, “be sure your sin will find you out” (Numbers 32:22).
As some are aware, King Charles III throne is actually the biblical throne of King David.
Here is something about that from our free online book Lost Tribes and Prophecies: What will happen to Australia, the British Isles, Canada, Europe, New Zealand and the United States of America?:
The Throne of David Was to Continue
Let’s look at some prophecies related to the throne of David:
45 … King Solomon shall be blessed, and the throne of David shall be established before the Lord forever. (1 Kings 2:45)
3 “I have made a covenant with My chosen, I have sworn to My servant David: 4 ‘Your seed I will establish forever, And build up your throne to all generations.’”(Psalm 89:3-4)
2 … Hear the word of the Lord, O king of Judah, you who sit on the throne of David, you and your servants and your people who enter these gates! (Jeremiah 22:2)
17 “For thus says the Lord: ‘David shall never lack a man to sit on the throne of the house of Israel; 18 nor shall the priests, the Levites, lack a man to offer burnt offerings before Me, to kindle grain offerings, and to sacrifice continually.’” (Jeremiah 33:17-18)
The above passages make clear that the throne of David was to last. Since scripture cannot be broken (John 10:35), then someone has to be on that throne now. Let me also state that there have been Levites ever since Jeremiah 33:17-18–the fact that they do not do their original biblical role for offerings does NOT change the fact that they still exist, which is all that scripture requires for them. It should also be noted that Young’s Literal Translation says “one” instead of “a man,” which literally allows for a woman to have the throne (the NET uses “successor” and the NLT uses “descendant”).
Furthermore, since God had Jeremiah write this during the life of the last king on the throne of David in Jerusalem (Zedekiah) this may also be suggesting that Jeremiah would be involved in the continuity of the Davidic throne.
Although some have improperly asserted that Jeremiah 33:17 does not mean that anyone actually has to be on the throne, only available to be on it, remember also the following:
10 The scepter shall not depart from Judah, Nor a lawgiver from between his feet, Until Shiloh comes; And to Him shall be the obedience of the people. (Genesis 49:10)
The Bible shows that scepter came to David of Judah when he became king (cf. Numbers 24:17; 2 Samuel 8:2). Some who do not accept that the British Royal family can be holding that scepter have said that, “Until Shiloh comes” means Jesus’ first coming. However, that is in error for three reasons.
The first is if that were the case, then where were the kings between Zedekiah (the last King of Judah) and Jesus? There were none.
And secondly, during His first coming, Jesus said His Kingdom was future (John 18:36), so He did not assume the throne then. Critics of what is known as British-Israelism do not seem to realize that and they wrongly rationalize away many scriptures. Jesus will sit on the throne of David in millennial the Kingdom of God.
And thirdly, note that Genesis 49:10 has to be a reference to the second coming of Jesus, as we did not see the obedience of the people given to Him during the first coming. Hence, biblically, there had to have been a royal succession from Judah’s line after Zedekiah until Jesus’ return.
Consider that through the prophet Nathan, God made a remarkable promise to King David:
12 “When your days are fulfilled and you rest with your fathers, I will set up your seed after you, who will come from your body, and I will establish his kingdom. 13 He shall build a house for My name, and I will establish the throne of his kingdom forever. … 15 But My mercy shall not depart from him, as I took it from Saul, whom I removed from before you. 16 And your house and your kingdom shall be established forever before you. Your throne shall be established forever. (2 Samuel 7:12-13, 15-16)
The throne was to be established forever—and it has been! And this is the throne Jesus will return to.
Scripture is plainly teaching that someone has had to have been on that throne since the time of the Zedekiah (a contemporary of Jeremiah), who was the last king of Judah in the Holy Land until Jesus returns to set up the millennial kingdom.
Since someone had to fill the regal role, we can see through historical records and legends that the royalty in the British Isles fits this.
Now, some have pointed to Jeremiah 22:28-30 as proof that, because God said that Coniah (also called Jeconiah) would not have son to be on the throne of David as proof that the line would not continue, that overlooks the fact that the line continued through Coniah’s brother Zedekiah (1 Chronicles 3:16).
Through the prophet Nathan, God made a remarkable promise to King David:
12 “When your days are fulfilled and you rest with your fathers, I will set up your seed after you, who will come from your body, and I will establish his kingdom. 13 He shall build a house for My name, and I will establish the throne of his kingdom forever. … 15 But My mercy shall not depart from him, as I took it from Saul, whom I removed from before you. 16 And your house and your kingdom shall be established forever before you. Your throne shall be established forever. (2 Samuel 7:12-13, 15-16)
The throne was to be established forever—and it has been! This is the throne Jesus will return to.
The idea that “Christ upon His return, will take over David’s throne” was believed by those who held to many Church of God doctrines in Transylvania during the late Middle Ages.[i]; see also Die Sabbatharier in Siebenburgen.[ii]
The idea that Jesus would return to the throne of David is NOT a 19th, 20th, or 21st century invention.
This ‘throne of David’ doctrine is also taught in the New Testament:
31 … Jesus . 32 He will be great, and will be called the Son of the Highest; and the Lord God will give Him the throne of His father David. (Luke 1:31-32)
28 So Jesus said to them, “Assuredly I say to you, that in the regeneration, when the Son of Man sits on the throne of His glory, you who have followed Me will also sit on twelve thrones, judging the twelve tribes of Israel.” (Matthew 19:28)
Notice that these are still future prophecies. Jesus has been appointed “heir of all things” (Hebrews 1:2). Jesus is not now on the throne of David and He will not be until the coming millennial Kingdom of God (cf. Acts 2:29-30; Revelation 11:15, 20:4).
Therefore, until Jesus returns, someone needs to be on the throne—and the British Royal Family has an occupant to this day.
The New Testament also teaches:
5 … Behold, the Lion of the tribe of Judah, the Root of David, has prevailed … (Revelation 5:5)
Note that even in the last book of the Bible, Jesus is again tied in with David and is prophesied to prevail. Jesus will gain the throne of David (Luke 1:32).
[i] Marx G. The Beliefs and Practices of the Church of God in Transylvania During the Middle Ages, 1588-1623
[ii] (The Sabbatarians in Transylvania) Ihre Geschichte, Literatur und Dogmatic (their story, literature and doctrines) ein Beitrag zur Religions und Kulturgeshichte der Juengsten Drei Jahrhunderte (a contribution to the religious and cultural history of the last three centuries) von (by) Dr. Samuel Kohn, printed in Leipzig, Germany in 1894
King Charles III is on the throne of David. Despite what may be officially done, there is the remotest possibility that Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor could sit on that throne.
That said, here is the list of monarchs that is in our free online book Lost Tribes and Prophecies: What will happen to Australia, the British Isles, Canada, Europe, New Zealand and the United States of America? starting with King David:
List of Monarchs
Frederick Glover put together a list of the monarchs of Judah through Queen Victoria. As far as dates go, it is well known that there are ancient contradictory reports,[i] so for anything before the 5th century A.D. dates are quite tentative.
The following is basically his list, with additions from scripture (the three kings between Josiah and Zedekiah) as well as those after Queen Victoria added by this author (a “?” indicates F. Glover did not use the letter K or Q for the specific individual) plus anything within {} were not in his list, but came from the Royal Irish Academy[ii] which he also consulted as well as some other sources:
David (B.C. 1085-1015), Bathsheba.
K. Solomon (B.C. 1033-975), Naamah.
K. Rehoboam (B.C. b. 1016, d. 958), Maacah.
K. Abijam (B.C. 958-955).
K. Asa (BC. 955-914), Azubah.
K. Jehoshaphat (B.C. 914-889).
K. Jehoram (B.C. 889-885), Athaliah.
K. Ahaziah (B.C. 906-884), Zibiah.
K. Joash (B.C. 885-839), Jehoaddan.
K. Amaziah (B.C. b. 864, d. 810), Jecholiah.
K. Uzziah (B.C. b. 826, d. 758), Jerushah.
K. Jotham (B.C. b. 783, d. 742).
K. Ahaz (B.C. b. 787, d. 726), Abi.
K. Hezekiah (B.C. b. 751, d. 698), Hephzibah.
K. Manasseh (B.C. b. 710, d. 643), Meshullemeth.
K. Amon (B.C. b. 621, d. 611), Jedidah.
K. Josiah (B.C. b. 649, d. 610), Hamutah.
K. Jehoahaz (B.C. 610; 2 Kings 23:31)
K. Jehoiakim (B.C. 610-599; 2 Kings 23:36)
K. Jehoiachin (B.C. 599; 2 Kings 24:8)
K. Zedekiah (B.C. 599-578).KINGS OF IRELAND.
Heremon (fl. B.C. 580), Tea Tephi.
K. Irial Faidh (reigned 10 years).
K. Eithriall (reigned 20 years).
K.? Follain.
K. Tighernmas (reigned 50 years).
K.? Eanbotha.
K.? Smiorguil.
K. Fiachadh Labhriane (reigned 24 years).
K. Aongus Ollmuchaidh (reigned 21 years).
K.? Maoin.
K. Rotheachta (reigned 25 years).
K.? Dein.
K. Siorna Saoghalach (reigned 21 years).
K.? Oholla Olchaoin.
K. Giallebadh (reigned 9 years).
K. Aodhain Glas (reigned 20 years).
K. Simeon Breac (reigned 6 years).
K. Muireadach Bolgrach (reigned 4 years).
K. Fiachadh Tolgrach (reigned 7 years).
K. Duach Laidhrach (reigned 10 years).
K.? Eochaidh Buaigllcrg.
K. Ugaine More the Great (reigned 30 years).
K. Cobhthach Coalbreag (reigned 30 years).
K.? Meilage.
K. Jaran Gleofathaeb (reigned 7 years)
K. Coula Cruaidh Cealgach (reigned 4 years).
K. Oiliolla Caisfhiachach (reigned 25 years).
K. Eochaidh Foltleathan (reigned 11 years).
K. Aongus Tuirmheach Teamharch (reigned 30 years)
K. Eana Aighneach (reigned 28 years).
K.? Labhra Suire.
K.? Blathuchta.
K.? Easamhuin Eamhua.
K.? Roighnein Ruadh.
K.? Finlogha.
K.? Fian.
K. Eodchaidh Feidhlioch (reigned 12 years).
K.? Fineamhuas.
K. Lughaidh Riadhdearg.
K. Criombthan Niadhnar (reigned 16 years).
K.? Fearaidhach Fion Feachtnuigh.
K. Fiaebadh Fionoluidh (reigned 20 years).
K. Tuathal Teachtmar (reigned 50 years).
K. Coun Ceadchatbach (reigned 20 years).
K. Arb Aonflier (reigned 30 years).
K. Cormae Usada (reigned 40 years).
K. Caibre Liffeachair (reigned 27 years {258-283}).
K. Fiachadh Sreabthuine (reigned 30 years {283-322}).
{K. Colla Uias 322-326.}
K. Muireadhach Tireach (reigned 30 years {327-357}).
{K. Coelbadh 357-358.}
K. Eochaidh Moigmeodhin (reigned 7 years {358-365}).
{K. Crimmthan 366-378.}
K. Niall of the Nine Hostages {379-405}.
K.? Eogan {or K. Diathri 406-427}.
K. Murireadhach {or K. Laoghaire 429-458}.
K.? Erc {Foghan}, {princess? Earea}.{“The ruler most closely associated with the dynastic transfer from northern Ireland to western Scotland is Fergus Mor, son of Erc.”[iii]}
KINGS OF ARGYLESHIRE (Western Scotland).
Feargus More (A.D. 487).
K. Dongard (d. 457).
K. Conran (d. 535).
K. Aidan (d. 604).
K. Eugene IV. (d. 622).
K. Donald IV. (d. 650).
K.? Dongard.
K.? K. Eugene V. (d. 692).
K.? Findan.
K. Eugene VII (d. A.D. 721), Spondan.
K. Effinus (d. A.D. 761), Fergina.
K. Achaius (d. A.D. 819), Fergusia.
K. Alpin (d. A.D. 834).SOVEREIGNS OF SCOTLAND.
Kenneth II. (d. A.D. 854).
K. Constantin II. (d. A.D. 874).
K. Donald VI. (d. A.D. 903).
K. Malcolm I. (d. A.D. 958).
K. Kenneth III. (d. A.D. 994).
K. Malcolm II. (d. A.D. 1033).
K.? Beatrix m. Thane Albanach.
K. Duncan I. (d. A.D. 1040).
K. Malcolm III. Canmore (A.D. 1055-1093), Margaret of England.
K. David I. (d. A.D. 1153), Maud of Northumberland.
Prince Henry (d. A.D. 1152), Adama of Surrey.
Earl David (d. A.D. 1219), Maud of Chester.
Q.? Isobel m. Robert Bruce III.
K.? Robert Bruce IV. m. Isobel of Gloucester.
K.? Robert Bruce V. m. Martha of Carriok.
K. Robert I. Bruce (A.D. 1306-1329), Mary of Burke.
Q.? Margary Bruce m. Walter Stewart III.
K. Robert II (d. A.D. 1390), Euphemia of Ross (d. A.D. 1376).
K. Robert Ill. (d. A.D. 1406), Arabella Drummond (d. A.D. 1401)
K. James I (A.D. 1424-1437), Joan Beaufort.
K. James II. (d. A.D. 1460), Margaret of Gueldres (d. A.D. 1463).
K. James III. (d. A.D. 1488), Margaret of Denmark (d. A.D. 1484).
K. James IV. (d. A.D. 1543), Margaret of England (d. A.D. 1539).
K. James V. (d. A.D. 1542), Mary of Lorraine (d. A.D. 1560).
Q. Mary (d. A.D. 1587), Lord Henry Darnley.
K. James VI {1567-1603, then became King James I of Great Britain and moved to England in 1603}.SOVEREIGNS OF GREAT BRITAIN.
James VI. and I. (A.D. 1603-1625), Ann of Denmark.
Princess Elizabeth (1596-1613), K. Frederick of Bohemia.
Princess Sophia m. Duke Ernest of Brunswick.
K. George I. (1698-1727), Sophia Dorothea Zelle (1667- 1726).
K. George II. (1727-1760), Princess Caroline of Auspach (1683-1737).
Prince Frederick of Wales (1707-1751), Princess Augusta of Saxe-Gotha.
K. George III. (1760-1820), Princess Sophia of Mecklenburgh Strelitz (1744-1818).
Duke Edward of Kent (1767-1820), Princess Victoria of Leiningen.
Q. Victoria (b. 1819, cr. 1838), Prince Albert of Saxe-Coburg.
K. Edward VII (1901-1910) Q. Alexandra of Denmark.
K. George V (1910-1936), Q. Mary of Trek.
K. Edward VIII (1936-1936—note: he was never actually crowned), Duchess Wallis Simpson.
K. George VI (1936-1952), Q. Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon.
Q. Elizabeth II (1952-2022), Prince Philip Mounbatten.
K. Charles III (2022-present), Q. Camilla Rosemary Shand.There has been a royal succession line.
[i] Petrie G. The Transactions of the Royal Irish Academy. Vol. 18, 1839, pp. 25-232
[ii] Petrie, pp. 50-51
[iii] M Fergus Mor Mac Earea. Geneanet, accessed 11/28/22
The Bible shows that Jesus will sit on the throne of David (e.g. Luke 1:31-32).
Currently, it is expected that King Charles III’s son Prince William will end up with it, and that may be.
However, likely within the next decade, Jesus will return and be the successor to the throne in the millennial kingdom of God.
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