After settling his case with News Group Newspapers, our dear Prince Harry apparently isn’t satisfied with just walking away with his settlement money. Nope! He’s now trying to pressure the Metropolitan Police to launch a new criminal investigation into The Sun newspaper.
After the settlement was announced, Lord Watson, who also settled his case, decided to publicly challenge Sir Mark Rowley, essentially asking if the Met Police would investigate their dossier of wrongdoing. The response from the Met? They basically said, "We'll look at whatever you send us, but right now, there’s no active investigation happening."
News Group Newspapers came out swinging with their own statement, and oh boy, did they have things to say. They made it crystal clear that while they admitted to and apologized for phone hacking at News of the World (which, by the way, isn’t even part of this trial), they aren’t admitting to any wrongdoing at The Sun. Here’s the kicker: the police already investigated these claims between 2012 and 2015, and both the police and the Crown Prosecution Service found absolutely nothing—no case to answer. So why is Harry pushing for another investigation?
Remember when Harry allegedly tried to throw his weight around with the NYPD a few years back? It seems like there’s a pattern forming: whenever things don’t go his way, he tries to use his position to pressure law enforcement. But here’s the thing: he’s not even a working Royal anymore. The Met Police aren’t going to jump just because former Prince Harry says so.
What’s particularly rich about all of this is that News Group Newspapers actually explained in their statement that phone hacking would have been technically impossible after 2007, due to security upgrades by telecom companies. They even had telecom experts ready to testify to this fact in court. But guess what? Once NGN presented their evidence, Harry suddenly didn’t want to pursue those specific allegations anymore. Interesting timing, right?
You know what this reminds me of? It’s like when that one friend insists they’re right even when all the evidence points to the contrary. They just can’t admit defeat and keep trying to find new angles to prove their point. That’s exactly what we’re seeing here. Harry got his settlement, but instead of moving on, he’s trying to stir up more drama. The timing of all this is especially interesting when you consider what’s going on in Montecito with certain other projects not exactly setting the world on fire. Could this be another attempt to stay relevant in the UK media landscape?
What’s truly fascinating is how different Harry’s behavior is from that of the working Royals. While William and Catherine continue their dignified work serving the British people, Harry seems determined to wage personal vendettas. The contrast couldn’t be more stark. But let’s be real here: what’s the endgame? The Met Police have already made it clear there’s no active investigation, and they’ve investigated these claims before. NGN has stood their ground with a very strongly worded statement, essentially saying, “We settled to avoid a costly trial, but we were ready to prove you wrong.”
The most ironic part of all of this? For someone who claims to hate the media so much, Harry sure spends a lot of time and energy engaging with them. It’s almost as if he can’t let go of his connection to the UK media, even while claiming they’re the source of all his problems.
You know who’s probably watching all this with quiet dignity? The real working Royals. While this drama unfolds, William and Catherine continue their exemplary work, showing what true Royal Service looks like. King Charles and Queen Camilla keep steering the ship, steady, proving that actions speak louder than words. I’ve got to wonder—what’s the reaction in Montecito to all this? Is this part of a bigger strategy, or is it just another example of throwing everything at the wall to see what sticks? From where I’m sitting, it looks less like a pursuit of justice and more like a desperate attempt to keep the spotlight.
The thing is, the British public isn’t stupid—they can see through these tactics. The Met Police aren’t going to be bullied into launching an investigation just because Harry wants them to, especially when they’ve already thoroughly investigated these claims before. Let’s not forget, this is the same Harry who left his Royal duties behind, claimed he wanted privacy, and then proceeded to air every piece of dirty laundry he could think of in various media appearances. The same Harry who said he wanted to protect his family from the press while simultaneously feeding the media machine with constant drama.
What’s particularly interesting is how this latest move seems to completely ignore the very clear statement from News Group Newspapers. They laid out their case in black and white, had the evidence ready, and even lined up expert witnesses. And suddenly, Harry didn’t want to pursue those specific allegations anymore. Makes you think, doesn’t it?
The timing of all this really makes me wonder—just when things start to quiet down, suddenly there’s a new angle, a new drama, a new headline. It’s almost like clockwork at this point. And while Harry’s trying to pressure the Met Police, the working Royals continue to show what real public service looks like. You’ve got to admire the Met Police’s professional response, though—they’re basically saying, “Send us what you’ve got, and we’ll look at it,” while also making it clear they’re not jumping into anything. That’s how professionals handle these situations—with calm, measured responses, rather than emotional reactions.
The contrast between how the working Royals handle their business and how Harry conducts himself couldn’t be more striking. While William and Catherine focus on their charitable work and supporting the monarchy, Harry seems stuck in a cycle of litigation and drama. It’s actually quite sad when you think about it.
Remember when Harry used to be the cheeky, beloved prince who served his country and seemed to genuinely enjoy his Royal role? Those days feel like a lifetime ago now. Instead, we’re watching this constant stream of legal battles, media confrontations, and attempts to pressure various institutions. The reality is, the Met Police are going to do what they always do: follow the evidence and make decisions based on facts, not pressure from any individual—former Royal or not. They’ve already investigated these claims once and found nothing worth pursuing. What’s changed since then, other than Harry’s desperate need to keep this narrative going?
You know what’s really telling? The reaction from the British public to all of this. Support for William and Catherine, for King Charles and Queen Camilla, just keeps growing. Meanwhile, Harry’s approval ratings in the UK continue to plummet. People can see through the games being played here. The most frustrating part of all of this is that it takes attention away from the real work being done by the working Royals. While Harry’s trying to pressure the police into new investigations, William and Catherine are out there making real differences in people’s lives. King Charles is leading the monarchy into a new era. That’s what should be making headlines.
This whole situation just reinforces why the working Royals’ approach is so much more effective. They don’t need to constantly fight battles in the media or pressure public institutions—they let their work speak for itself. They understand that true public service isn’t about personal vendettas or settling scores.
You know what this reminds me of? When you’re playing a game with someone who keeps changing the rules because they’re losing. First, it was the lawsuit, then when that didn’t go exactly as planned, suddenly we need a criminal investigation. What’s next? At what point does it end?
The thing is, the British public has moved on. They’re more interested in seeing what the Prince and Princess of Wales are doing, what initiatives King Charles is launching, how Queen Camilla is supporting various causes. They’re tired of this constant drama from across the pond.
It’s worth noting that the Met Police have actual, serious crimes to investigate. They’re dealing with real issues affecting real people’s lives. But Harry seems to think his personal vendetta should take priority. It’s this kind of entitled behavior that has really turned public opinion against him. Let’s be honest—this latest move isn’t about justice or accountability. If it was, why settle the case in the first place? Why not let all the evidence come out in court? This feels more like an attempt to keep the story going, to maintain some kind of relevance in the UK media landscape.
The working Royals must be watching all this with a mixture of sadness and frustration. They’re trying to modernize the monarchy to keep it relevant and beneficial to modern Britain, and then they have to deal with these constant sideshows from California. But you know what? The monarchy will survive this, just like it survived everything else. William and Catherine will continue their excellent work. King Charles will keep leading with dignity. Queen Camilla will keep supporting her causes. The institution is bigger than any one person’s grudges.
I have to wonder what Harry’s endgame is here. What does he actually hope to achieve? Because from where I’m sitting, all this is doing is further damaging his reputation in the UK. The Met Police aren’t going to be bullied into action, and the British public can see exactly what’s going on.
The saddest part of all this is that it didn’t have to be this way. Harry could have maintained his dignity, stepped back from Royal duties quietly, and built a new life without all this drama. Instead, we’re watching this constant stream of accusations, lawsuits, and attempts to pressure various institutions.
You know who’s really winning in all this? The very media Harry claims to be fighting against. They’re getting endless content out of his actions, while the working Royals continue to show what real public service looks like. The contrast couldn’t be clearer.
So, what happens next? Well, the Met Police will probably review whatever evidence they’re sent, come to the same conclusions they did before, and we’ll probably see Harry try some new angle. Meanwhile, the working Royals will continue doing what they do best—serving the British people with dignity and dedication.
I’ll tell you one thing: this isn’t going to end well for Harry. The British public has a long memory, and they don’t take kindly to this kind of behavior. The more he tries to pressure British institutions, the more damage he does to his own reputation. The working Royals have shown us the right way to handle things—with dignity, with focus on duty, with real service to the public. That’s what the monarchy is about, not these personal vendettas and media battles.
