In the grand theater of political commentary, it appears we’ve once again found ourselves in the midst of a royal rumble. Yes, indeed, Prince Harry—a Duke by title, but notably more infamous as Meghan Markle’s other half—seems to have stirred quite the pot across the pond, and some folks, like former President Trump, are not amused.
Imagine this: a former British royal, now living a life full of Californian sunshine and perpendicular dealings with Hollywood’s elite, has taken it upon himself to express opinions on U.S. politics. Engaging in such noble pursuits might seem fine and dandy across the Atlantic, but it’s a bit more complicated on this side of the ocean. As history fondly reminds us, attempts by British royals to boss Americans around don’t typically go over well. Recall King George III, whose ambitious control games ended in his empire falling apart.
Now, Prince Harry, having renounced his more formal duties of royalty, has apparently tossed aside too many rulebooks—or at least attempted to. Not only has he become an outspoken voice alongside his wife Meghan, but allegations have surfaced suggesting he may have fibbed a bit about his past indulgences on his U.S. Visa form. This has caused the rumor mill to spin at faster-than-usual speeds, with questions about whether such princely privilege should allow one to bypass immigration truths that apply to everyone else.
Adding fuel to this reality TV-like spectacle, former President Trump, never shy about offering his candid thoughts, weighed in during an interview. He suggested Harry has enough troubles at home with his “terrible” wife, expressing zero interest in pushing for deportation. It’s a move some might call magnanimous, or possibly just sagacious strategy to avoid international drama. Either way, Trump skillfully sprinkled his trademark humor into the narrative, painting a picture of Harry as one whipped and woebegone prince.
Meanwhile, the discussion ignites chatter as figures question whether the prince deserves special privileges or whether his alleged missteps warrant action. One can almost imagine Harry sighing amidst his Hollywood-centric world, as the comedic and yet eyebrow-raising scenario plays out on news channels.
In this cliffhanger of a tale, we’re left to ponder: Will Prince Harry face consequences, or will he continue living his almost-ridiculous princely existence on U.S. soil? While history may not literally repeat itself, the rhyme is amusingly evident with another British royal attempting a precarious dance in America’s ever-boisterous political coliseum.