First up, could it be deportation time for Prince Harry? There are reports suggesting that Meghan Markle is worried as Donald Trump is being pressured to release Harry’s visa application. If it’s revealed that Harry lied about his past substance use, he could face deportation. New information has surfaced.
Second, sources are saying Meghan Markle is in “hermit mode” following the backlash over the LA wildfires. Is this just another one of her silent moves, or is it the media spinning the story? We’ll dig into the details, so don’t miss it.
Next up, is Meghan upset about not being recognized as a victim in Prince Harry’s hacking trial? The trial has finally been settled, but some new developments have emerged. We're going to unpack all of that.
And finally, what’s going on with Prince Harry? Is Meghan driving him into a panic over something in particular? Stay tuned to find out the latest drama!
Now, let’s get into the first topic of today’s *Daily Nerd Live* for January 24th, 2025: Could Meghan Markle be worried about Prince Harry’s visa? Donald Trump is under pressure to release Harry’s immigration records, which could lead to his deportation. We’ve got a tweet from the foreign policy analyst and former aide to Margaret Thatcher, Nile Gardner, who’s been outspoken on this issue. Gardner is urging Trump to release Harry’s immigration file, arguing that if Harry lied about his past substance use, he should be held accountable.
This isn't just talk—*The Heritage Foundation* is taking legal action to get Harry’s visa application made public. And now, Trump is facing growing calls to release the file, which could lead to Harry being deported if any lies are uncovered.
The article from *The New York Post* details the situation, with a conservative think tank demanding Trump’s intervention. Gardner says the release of the records is crucial for transparency and accountability, especially given Harry's admitted history with illicit substances. As Gardner puts it, no one is above the law, and it's time for Prince Harry to be held to account.
There's a lot of buzz going around on Twitter right now, and while I can't confirm if it’s true, I’ve been seeing all these reports about deportations that Donald Trump has supposedly initiated. People are talking about planes taking off, transporting illegal immigrants back to their home countries. If this is actually happening in the U.S., I can’t help but wish something like that would happen here in the UK. Honestly, if it’s going down over there, I really wish we had something similar going on here.
Now, let’s say it's true and Trump has already set this process in motion, with illegal immigrants being rounded up and flown out. If that's the case, I highly doubt he’d hesitate to deport Prince Harry if it turns out he lied on his visa application. After all, we know how much Trump respects the royal family, especially our late Queen Elizabeth II. Trump has made it clear in interviews that what Meghan and Harry did to the Queen was disrespectful and wrong, and I’ve reported before that he feels the American people deserve to know what's in Harry’s visa application.
Let me give you a little insight here. Last year, I had to help a friend go through the full visa application process for a visit to the U.S. They weren’t able to use the ESTA program, so we had to fill out the entire long-form application. It took us two days—no exaggeration. There were multiple forms to fill out, including one for the consulate, one for background checks, and another to schedule the consulate appointment. It was a massive undertaking, and we had to put in a lot of detail.
Based on my experience with the process, I’m telling you right now—I don't think Prince Harry filled out that application on his own. No chance. He probably had someone else do it for him. I’m just saying, it’s an incredibly detailed process that takes time, and I can't imagine Harry and Meghan having the patience to go through all of it themselves. So, in my opinion, Harry likely passed the application off to someone else. And if that's the case, how can he honestly claim that everything in that application is true? If he didn’t even fill it out himself, how could he know for sure?
Now, back to the topic. If this visa application is released and it’s found that Harry lied on it, I wouldn't be surprised at all if Trump decides to deport him. Meghan must be sweating bullets right now as this story develops. What do you guys think? Do you believe Harry lied on his visa application? Drop your thoughts in the live chat or the comments below!
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Now, let’s move on to our second topic: Meghan Markle going into “hermit mode” after the LA wildfires backlash. According to sources, Meghan is retreating after facing a ton of criticism for what many are calling a photo op at an LA soup kitchen. Some people feel like she wasn’t really there to help but to get a photo for the cameras. Many believe it was just another PR stunt. Radar Online is reporting that Meghan’s feeling wounded by the backlash, and she’s telling her friends that she and Harry don’t deserve the criticism. But honestly, I think they absolutely do deserve it—if they had been genuinely there to help, people would have respected that. But the photo op was too obvious, and it felt like an opportunistic move.
The Kardashians recently made headlines for sending food to the firefighters or volunteers in Los Angeles. They didn’t make a big deal out of it, though. In fact, the only reason the public found out was through an Instagram post from the organization that received the food, where they thanked the Kardashians. This is an example of how things can be done quietly and respectfully, without seeking attention. Unfortunately, Meghan and Harry missed the point entirely. They’ve now found themselves turning into victims, feeling like they don’t deserve the backlash they’ve received. They’re playing the victim card again, as if they’re the ones being unfairly targeted.
A source close to them shared that Meghan and Harry were “taken aback” by the backlash. It was “disheartening” for them to see how intense the criticism was. This has reinforced their belief that no matter what they do, their critics will always find a way to tear them down. As much as I’ve supported certain actions, such as Meghan’s decision to delay her series, her overall narrative seems off. Delaying the series was the right call, considering the timing with the LA wildfires. Releasing it during that time would’ve been disastrous. However, her reasoning behind the delay? That’s another matter.
Meghan and Harry’s complaint that they can never please anyone is, quite frankly, a bit much. They seem to be reinforcing the idea that they’re victims in this situation. They believe the backlash is unwarranted. It’s frustrating to see them portray themselves this way, especially when they’ve made choices that could easily be criticized.
A different source claimed that Meghan feels especially hurt by the backlash, as it hits a sensitive spot for her. She grew up in Los Angeles, and witnessing the devastation from the wildfires has been overwhelming. She genuinely wanted to help, but now, it seems, she’s facing harsh criticism for it. According to the source, Harry reassured Meghan that he’s proud of her efforts and advised her not to let the negativity affect her. Still, it seems to be weighing on them.
The irony here is that the backlash isn’t just directed at Meghan; Prince Harry also faces criticism, yet the narrative focuses almost exclusively on Meghan. It’s as though the focus is always on her and her experience as the victim, while Harry is left out of the conversation. This imbalance is evident in the reporting.
The source continues by mentioning that Meghan and Harry, in response to the criticism, decided to journey deep into the fire zone to volunteer with World Central Kitchen, where they prepared meals for evacuees and provided comfort. The source claims that this was in keeping with the legacy of Princess Diana, but it just feels like an attempt to reinforce that narrative, especially since it’s Meghan herself who’s always portrayed as carrying Diana’s legacy forward.
However, the source insists that Meghan has gone into “hermit mode” due to fears of further criticism. This feels like a bit of a stretch. If Meghan truly went into hermit mode every time she faced backlash, she’d have been in hiding most of the past few years. No, this “hermit mode” might actually be an excuse for why she’s suddenly focusing on changing her series again. There are rumors that she’s taking this time to re-shoot parts of her series, which may explain her retreat more than any supposed fears of criticism.
At the end of the day, this is another instance of Meghan framing herself as the victim. She feels like the backlash from the LA wildfire photo op is unfair and undeserved, so now she’s going into hermit mode, pretending to care about helping others while also handling the pressure of her public image. I’m not sure how much of this is coming from the actual sources and how much is Meghan herself speaking directly to the media. It’s hard to ignore the consistent narrative that she’s always the one facing unfair treatment, while Harry seems to be a secondary character in her story.
The information about Meghan Markle and her family was illegally obtained by a private investigator, with full knowledge of The Sun’s editors. This has sparked questions about why Meghan received an apology from the News Group newspaper. Many wonder why she, being an indirect victim, would deserve an apology. However, Prince Harry, in his lawsuit, made it clear that Meghan was very much involved, including her in the legal action. He claims the private information was crucial in forming two articles, using details such as text messages and flight plans between him and Meghan.
It's interesting that Harry made sure Meghan was included in the lawsuit, even though the Sun’s public statement following the settlement only offered apologies to him and Princess Diana, but not to Meghan. How do you think Meghan feels about being overlooked as a victim in the hacking settlement? It seems clear that the Sun failed to acknowledge her role in this ordeal.
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Now, let’s dig into another topic. Prince Harry included Meghan in his claim against the News Group newspapers a couple of years ago when he took the stand. At that time, he said he launched the hacking claim to stop the abuse of Meghan. If he fought against the Mirror Group newspaper to protect Meghan, it stands to reason that he would do the same for the Murdoch-owned News Group. But where is Meghan’s apology? Why is she not being acknowledged as a victim in this trial? Again, Harry made it clear in his witness statements that Meghan was part of this, so why wasn’t she recognized in the settlement?
Moving on to the next topic, Harry’s own involvement in these hacking claims has been under scrutiny, particularly with how he handled evidence in his previous cases. He has a history of bringing forward numerous examples of alleged wrongdoing, but many of them were not proven, which raises questions about the reliability of these claims. Do you see where I’m coming from?
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Now, in the fourth and final topic, Meghan Markle’s new show has reportedly caused Prince Harry a great deal of panic. Why? Apparently, he’s worried that her return to the spotlight could ruin any remaining chance of reconciliation with the royal family. His fears are mainly based on the premise of Meghan's new show, *With Love, Meghan*, which focuses on themes like family, friendship, gardening, and cooking. There’s no indication that this show would stir up any controversy, but Harry’s fears suggest otherwise. Could Meghan intentionally cause friction with the royals through this series, reigniting old tensions? The idea of her making negative remarks about the royal family or triggering further fallout could be the root of Harry's anxiety.
Despite this, some believe the show’s success may signal Meghan’s increasing popularity with the public. But Harry remains concerned about how this will affect his relationship with King Charles and Prince William. Could the success of Meghan’s show distract her from helping Harry rebuild relationships with his family? It’s becoming clear that if the show does well, Meghan won’t have time for any royal repairs, as she’s busy expanding her career.
While Harry is supportive of Meghan, he's reportedly worried about how the royal family will respond to her new endeavors, especially if they involve criticism of her critics in the UK. Will she stir up more controversy? This is a major concern for Harry, who’s clearly caught between his loyalty to Meghan and his desire to mend his relationship with his family.
But here’s the thing: Meghan’s approval ratings in the UK have been plummeting, and her image among the British public is not as favorable as she might hope. People have already shown little interest in her first Netflix series, which is set to air soon, with polls indicating a lack of enthusiasm for her content. This may suggest that the show is destined to fail before it even gets started. In fact, Meghan’s long-term ambitions, like launching a lifestyle magazine, might also face hurdles due to waning interest from the public.
Ultimately, Meghan’s attempts to grow her brand may be missing the mark. The internet has overtaken traditional magazines as the go-to platform for news and lifestyle content, and attempting to launch a magazine in 2025 seems like a step in the wrong direction. Despite her best efforts, she seems out of touch with where the audience is heading. Will she ever truly understand what the public wants?
At the heart of it all, Harry’s anxiety may stem from knowing that Meghan’s success could be a double-edged sword—bringing attention to her while further isolating him from his family. Time will tell if this new show will help or hinder their relationship with the royals.
