Sources reveal that this move is a carefully considered and unilateral decision by King Charles. The King felt it was crucial to set clear boundaries and protect the monarchy from further damage caused by Harry and Meghan’s repeated oversteps.
The announcement has sent shockwaves through royal circles. Many aides and former palace staff have expressed support for this decisive action, seeing it as long overdue. Under this new ruling, Harry and Meghan will no longer hold any royal titles or patronages. Their roles and responsibilities within the royal family are being terminated immediately.
Perhaps most controversially, Charles has decreed that their children, Archie and Lilibet, will no longer have any official titles or royal status. They are now to be considered private citizens. The Sussexes will also lose all public funding and taxpayer-funded security.
This unprecedented exile not only removes all royal designations but also means Harry and Meghan will no longer be expected to attend key royal events like Christmas or Trooping the Colour. This move reinforces the boundary between celebrity and royalty, signaling that there will be no more hybrid roles.
The news of this royal shakeup has resonated across Britain and the globe. According to the BBC, this is one of the most significant changes to the modern monarchy, with royal commentators calling it the harshest action taken by the family. Many believe Charles has solidified his authority as head of the monarchy, even at the cost of his relationship with Harry.
Those close to King Charles have stated that he felt compelled to act given the series of events since "Megxit." Despite his love for his son, Charles believed his constitutional duty to protect the monarchy and ensure its future outweighed personal concerns. They noted that Charles had repeatedly warned Harry to cease his disruptive media campaigns, but his pleas were ignored. The decision to revoke titles was made out of necessity, not spite, to establish clear boundaries and consequences for unacceptable behavior.
The Sussexes are reportedly humiliated by this public power move. Sources say Harry feels abandoned by his father, while Meghan is preparing for a fight, alleging persecution from the royals. A friend revealed that Meghan is actively working with her PR team to counter this latest development, suggesting that they may frame it as another example of racism and mistreatment.
While some in the Commonwealth support Charles’s bold action, others caution that it could damage future relations with Harry. International relations experts warn that tensions could rise if further PR attacks follow.
As King Charles navigates the fallout at Balmoral Castle, aides brace for possible retaliatory measures from California. Palace staff have been sworn to secrecy about any additional steps that might be taken. This dramatic move has set the stage for what promises to be a turbulent period ahead.