EPISODE · Feb 17, 2026 · 9 MIN
Mette-Marit’s Reputation Under Fire, and Debate Over Media Pressure in Høiby Trial
from Crown and Controversy Norway - The Trial of Marius Borg Høiby - Crown Princess Mette-Marit · host Caloroga Shark Media / Crown and Controversy
Crown Princess Mette-Marit faces mounting international scrutiny as German media coverage of the Epstein revelations and the criminal trial of her son, Marius Borg Høiby, intensifies. A Berlin-based journalist claims her reputation in Germany is “completely destroyed,” while the rest of the Norwegian royal family continues official duties abroad, leaving the Crown Princess at Skaugum.Defence lawyer Ellen Holager Andenæs sharply criticises the armed police operation that led to Høiby’s 2024 arrest, calling it disproportionate, while prosecutors defend both the arrest and their public handling of the indictment.An opinion piece in Finansavisen argues that the extraordinary media pressure surrounding the case could justify a reduced sentence if Høiby is convicted — raising broader questions about justice, publicity and royal proximity.AI is sometimes used in the creation of this podcast, primarlily when used to translate and interpolate Norwegian language news soruces.You may also enjoy these other Royal Podcasts.Palace Intrigue - daily updates on the current British Ryal FamilyCrown and Controversy - British Royal Family after the TV Series The CrownKing William - The Crown in the FutureCrown and Controversy - King CharlesCrown and Controversy - Norway
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Crown Princess Mette-Marit faces mounting international scrutiny as German media coverage of the Epstein revelations and the criminal trial of her son, Marius Borg Høiby, intensifies. A Berlin-based journalist claims her reputation in Germany is “completely destroyed,” while the rest of the Norwegian royal family continues official duties abroad, leaving the Crown Princess at Skaugum.Defence lawyer Ellen Holager Andenæs sharply criticises the armed police operation that led to Høiby’s 2024 arrest, calling it disproportionate, while prosecutors defend both the arrest and their public handling of the indictment.An opinion piece in Finansavisen argues that the extraordinary media pressure surrounding the case could justify a reduced sentence if Høiby is convicted — raising broader questions about justice, publicity and royal proximity.AI is sometimes used in the creation of this podcast, primarlily when used to translate and interpolate Norwegian language news soruces.You may also enjoy these other Royal Podcasts.Palace Intrigue - daily updates on the current British Ryal FamilyCrown and Controversy - British Royal Family after the TV Series The CrownKing William - The Crown in the FutureCrown and Controversy - King CharlesCrown and Controversy - Norway
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