(NewsNation) — Prince Andrew, who recently gave up his royal title, hosted Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell at Royal Lodge, according to multiple reports.

The lodge is Andrew's private residence on the grounds of Windsor Castle, though there has been pressure for him to move out over the continued scandal from his association with Epstein and allegations of sexual abuse.

Earlier reporting confirmed Epstein and Maxwell attended a masked ball to celebrate the 18th birthday of Andrew's daughter.

Now, the BBC has reported the two were also at a smaller, more private gathering at Royal Lodge ahead of the event.

That gathering came months after an arrest warrant was issued for Epstein and just days before he was taken into police custody.

When Andrew was asked why he invited Epstein an

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