Edward Coram-James, a public management expert, shared his insights with the Daily Express, suggesting that the Duke and Duchess of Sussex may have had a hidden agenda for embarking on this journey, one that could yield unexpected outcomes.
Coram-James remarked, "The Sussexes appear to have scored an own goal with this trip, a consequence that was entirely foreseeable. It's possible that they may not anticipate receiving the same benefit-of-the-doubt-based leeway granted to the Cambridges at this point."
He went on to acknowledge the couple's efforts in efficiently addressing their challenges, saying, "However, over the past year, I've learned not to be surprised by the Sussexes' occasional struggles in navigating the media landscape, although they have notably improved their approach compared to eight months ago."
Concluding on a fair note, Coram-James emphasized the importance of the Sussexes' decision to maintain some professional distance, noting that it is indeed the right strategic move for their current circumstances.
