Jonas Gahr Støre, the Prime Minister of Norway and a member of the Labour Party, has announced the party's initiative to establish an independent investigation committee appointed by the Parliament (Storting) to look into Jeffrey Epstein's connections to prominent figures in Norwegian society. Støre emphasized the need for a thorough, independent examination of the issues raised by this case, which has gained significant political attention recently. The Labour Party believes that a parliamentary-appointed committee is the correct approach to ensure an unbiased review of the matter.

In recent days, several political parties within the Storting have expressed support for a comprehensive investigation into the connections that various Norwegian authorities may have had with the convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Debates on how best to conduct this investigation have arisen, highlighting the complexity and sensitivity surrounding the topic. The Centre Party, for instance, called for a broad and detailed inquiry focusing on all matters related to the foreign service and its relation to Epstein.

Furthermore, the Green Party (MDG) and the Liberal Party (Venstre) have already submitted a joint proposal to the Storting advocating for the establishment of an independent investigation committee. This political push reflects a growing urgency among Norwegian lawmakers to address the implications of Epstein's connections within their national context, ensuring that any possible misconduct or association with Epstein is properly scrutinized and addressed by an independent body.