In a column for the Daily Mail, Jones expressed her shock at the severity of the online abuse directed at Meghan, stating that it was unlike anything she had witnessed before. Reflecting on her change of stance, Jones admitted that she had distanced herself from Meghan when the Duchess took a more assertive role but was appalled by the cruel comments following the Sussexes' trip to Jamaica.
Addressing the relentless barrage of online criticism, Jones highlighted the danger it poses and questioned how Meghan would have coped with such abuse. Despite acknowledging that Meghan, like everyone, is not exempt from making mistakes, Jones emphasized that the level of violence in the online attacks was unprecedented. Comparing it to vitriol directed at even more controversial figures, Jones stressed the need to put an end to such relentless online abuse.
Fans rallied in support of Meghan online, arguing that she was initially protected, but when she faced challenges during her pregnancy, the active protection dwindled, leading to tragic consequences. Meghan Markle and Prince Harry formally stepped down from their Royal duties in January 2020, announcing their engagement two months later. Currently residing in the United States with their two children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibeth, the couple continues to navigate the challenges of public scrutiny and online abuse.
