Crown Princess Mette-Marit of Norway has publicly expressed her shock at the testimonies of Jeffrey Epstein's victims, emphasizing her solidarity with them as both a woman and a mother. This reaction comes after a Norwegian broadcaster interviewed one of the victims, who called on the Crown Princess to take responsibility for her discussions with the convicted sex offender. Mette-Marit communicated her response through a written statement sent to the broadcaster NRK.

In her statement, Mette-Marit highlighted the importance of giving a voice to the victims, affirming her full support for their experiences. The renewed scrutiny comes as documents released by the U.S. Department of Justice detailed the correspondence between Mette-Marit and Epstein, reigniting discussions about the Crown Princess's previous association with him. Shortly before these recent statements, Mette-Marit had also issued an apology, expressing regret over her friendship with Epstein in a public statement made earlier in February.

This situation has raised considerable criticism towards the Crown Princess in Norway, reflecting the ongoing impact of Epstein's actions and the responsibility of those associated with him. The public's reaction suggests a high level of sensitivity surrounding issues of abuse and complicity, particularly concerning figures of authority and influence, positioning Mette-Marit’s statements within a broader dialogue about accountability and support for victims of sexual abuse.