Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Face Uncertain Future in US Following Trump’s Presidential Victory

The recent presidential victory of Donald Trump has cast a shadow over the future of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle in the United States. The couple, who have been residing in Montecito, California, since their departure from their royal duties in 2020, are now facing a precarious visa battle that could be complicated by their strained relationship with the president.

Trump’s victory has reignited concerns over Prince Harry’s US visa application, particularly after his admissions in his memoir *Spare* about using cocaine, smoking marijuana, and experimenting with magic mushrooms as a teenager. These revelations have led to scrutiny from conservative groups, including the Heritage Foundation, which has questioned whether Harry disclosed his drug use during his US immigration process.

Donald Trump has been vocal about his dissatisfaction with the Biden administration‘s handling of Harry’s immigration records, suggesting that if Harry lied on his visa application, he should face the consequences. Trump stated, “I wouldn’t protect him. He betrayed the Queen. That’s unforgivable. He would be on his own if it was down to me”.

The Heritage Foundation has filed a lawsuit to force the release of Harry’s visa records, arguing that the public has a right to know if the Duke of Sussex was truthful about his past drug use. Despite a recent ruling that Harry’s visa application should remain private, there is speculation that the Trump administration could order a review of his immigration status.

Eric Trump, the president’s son, has also weighed in on the issue, describing Harry and Meghan as “spoiled apples” and suggesting that the only reason Harry’s US visa is safe is because “no one cares” about him. However, he did not advocate for the revocation of Harry’s visa.

Amid these challenges, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle recently made a joint appearance at a United Nations conference in Colombia, addressing the issue of children’s safety in the digital world. This public appearance highlighted their ongoing commitment to global issues despite the uncertainty surrounding their US residency.

The couple’s future in the US remains uncertain, with some speculating that they might consider moving to Canada if their visa situation becomes untenable. Nile Gardiner of the Heritage Foundation suggested that Canada could be a likely destination for the Sussexes if they were to be deported from the United States.