According to insiders familiar with the situation, the Duke's visa application is currently undergoing review, a process that could potentially impact his family's future in the US. The specifics of his visa records, particularly regarding his reported history of drug usage, have become a subject of interest. The Heritage Foundation's attempt to obtain these records through legal action against the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) was met with refusal, citing privacy restrictions akin to those surrounding medical records.
Awaiting Judge Carl Nichols's decision on whether to disclose the case's details publicly, concerns loom over potential embarrassment for the Duke and his family. Royal expert Richard Fitz Williams highlighted the possibility of such revelations causing discomfort, speculating that if the Duke had indeed disclosed his drug usage, it could lead to public scrutiny. The Duke's current visa remains valid, but rumors of potential deportation have surfaced amid uncertainties surrounding its renewal.
Should deportation occur, the Duke would face the grim prospect of leaving behind his marital life, including his spouse, the Duchess, their luxurious Montecito Mansion, nestled next to an apple orchard, and their two young children, Prince Archie, 5, and Princess Lilibet, 2. Fitz Williams expressed concerns over a perceived double standard, suggesting that the Duke's outspoken criticism of the royal family might backfire should any irregularities emerge during his US Government clearance procedure.
Reports suggest that the Duke attempted to block the disclosure of his visa application details, further complicating the situation. Legal proceedings initiated by the Heritage Foundation and others against the DHS remain ongoing, raising questions about privacy rights versus public interest. Immigration lawyer G. Gorgie emphasized the potential ramifications of setting a precedent for disclosing private information of public figures, urging caution in granting such requests.
