Harry, the former Prince of Wales and Duke of Sussex, has found himself in a precarious situation as he faces the possibility of deportation from the United States.
A federal judge recently ruled against him, stating that his claims of racism, neglect, and abuse against the monarchy and the media were unfounded and harmful.
This ruling came following an appeal from the Heritage Foundation, a conservative think tank that took legal action against the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to uncover Harry’s immigration records.
The judge, in a decisive statement, declared that Harry had deceived both the public and the government with his false assertions, leading to the revocation of his U.S. visa.
As a result, Harry has been given a strict ultimatum to leave the country within 30 days or face forced removal.
This unexpected turn of events has left Harry, who has been residing in California with his wife Meghan Markle and their children since stepping down from royal duties, in a state of shock and anger.
A key aspect of this controversy revolves around Harry’s application for a U.S. visa back in January 2020, a move he made in pursuit of a more independent and peaceful life away from the constraints of royal obligations.
He cited a desire to focus on charitable endeavors, particularly his involvement with the Invictus Games, an international sports event for wounded service personnel and veterans.
However, the veracity of Harry’s claims was brought into question by the Heritage Foundation, which alleged discrepancies in his disclosures and motives.
Central to the foundation’s argument was Harry’s past admission of drug use, including substances like cocaine, marijuana, and psychedelic mushrooms, detailed in his memoir released in January 2023.
These revelations raised concerns about his eligibility for a U.S. visa and whether he had received special treatment during the application process.
Furthermore, doubts were cast on Harry’s assertions of financial independence from the monarchy, with accusations that he leveraged his royal status for personal gain through lucrative deals and political influence.
Following a legal battle initiated by the Heritage Foundation to unveil Harry’s visa records, a federal judge intervened in March 2023, compelling the DHS to expedite the disclosure process.
Upon reviewing the records, the judge concluded that Harry had indeed misled the public and authorities by concealing his drug history and true intentions for relocating to the U.S. Additionally, it was determined that Harry had not relinquished his royal titles and privileges, exploiting them for personal advantage and undermining diplomatic relations.
The judge’s scathing assessment, delivered on Wednesday, rebuked Harry for violating the terms of his visa and abusing his position of privilege without demonstrating appreciation for the countries involved or the military community.
The ruling mandated Harry’s prompt departure from the U.S., under threat of deportation, along with financial penalties to account for the damages incurred by his actions.
Despite his vehement protestations of innocence and pledges to appeal, Harry’s future in the U.S. remains uncertain as he grapples with the repercussions of this legal setback.
His professed love for the country, his family, and his commitment to his philanthropic endeavors now hang in the balance amidst this tumultuous turn of events.
