Prince Harry Faces Criticism Over Lack of Control Over Meghan Markle
Prince Harry faces criticism over his inability to control Meghan Markle, with accusations that she continues to betray promises made to the late Queen Elizabeth. Columnist Carole Malone explores the controversy surrounding their royal titles.
Accusations of Prince Harry’s Inability to Control Meghan Markle’s Actions
Prince Harry is facing harsh criticism over what some are calling his inability to manage his wife, Meghan Markle, and her actions that contradict promises she made to the late Queen Elizabeth. The accusations have been detailed by columnist Carole Malone in her recent article for Express UK, where she raises concerns over Harry’s apparent lack of control in his marriage.
Meghan Markle’s Continued Use of Royal Titles Raises Controversy
Malone’s criticism begins with the claim that Prince Harry has no control over Meghan Markle, particularly in relation to the title she continues to use despite previously agreeing not to. The royal controversy sparked when Meghan sent a gift basket to Ms. Kern Lima a year ago, with the card signed “Her Royal Highness”, which many saw as a clear violation of the promise to the late Queen Elizabeth.
“It’s clear Harry has no control over what his wife does or the promises she breaks,” Malone writes.
The Concept of "Meghan Land": Harry’s Alleged Lack of Agency
Malone goes further to suggest that Prince Harry’s silence and apparent lack of action in this matter may stem from his inability to stand up to Meghan. She humorously refers to the idea of “Meghan Land”, a metaphor for Meghan’s domain where Harry is seemingly subjected to her rules.
“Maybe that’s because he too has no choice but to adhere to Meghan Land’s laws,” she speculates.
In this “land,” according to Malone, Harry’s only escape is his infrequent trips to the UK, often to engage in legal battles.
King Charles’ Role in the Continuing Royal Drama
Malone then shifts the focus to King Charles, who she believes has allowed Meghan’s actions to continue unchecked. She argues that King Charles has shown little intervention over the years, allowing both Meghan and Harry to get away with their actions since stepping down from royal duties.
“Meghan WILL get away with this hideous betrayal of the Queen for the simple reason that King Charles will let her,” she writes.
This perspective highlights Malone’s view that King Charles has shown leniency towards the Sussexes, choosing not to strip them of their royal titles or take a firmer stance on their actions.
Should Harry and Meghan’s Titles Have Been Revoked?
Malone also reflects on the possibility that Prince Harry and Meghan Markle should have had their titles stripped when they left the UK in 2020. She believes that if their Duke and Duchess titles had been removed back then, they would have had far less influence and would not have attracted so much attention in the media.
“Had ALL of their titles been taken away in 2020, none of this would have happened,” she claims. “They’d just have been Harry and Meghan Windsor—of no interest to anyone.”
The Queen’s Legacy: A Question of Regret for Prince Harry
Despite the arguments around the Sussexes’ titles, Malone draws attention to a significant point of reflection. She wonders if, after years of ongoing controversies and damage to the royal family’s reputation, Prince Harry regrets not taking stronger action to prevent this situation. She asks whether Harry ever thinks about the hurt caused to the royal family, especially when looking at his relationship with Meghan.
“I wonder when he looks at the family Harry and Meghan tried so hard to destroy, whether he wishes he had done things differently,” Malone concludes.
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