Former US President Donald Trump has reportedly expressed his support for legal action against Prince Harry if it is found that the Duke of Sussex misled authorities regarding his past drug use when applying for a US visa.
According to reports from the MailOnline, Trump is considering taking steps to hold Prince Harry accountable if it is determined that the royal did not tell the truth about his drug history on his application for residency in the United States. The Duke of Sussex, who relocated to California with his wife Meghan Markle in 2022, admitted in his memoir Spare, released in early 2023, that he had previously used illegal substances, including cocaine, marijuana, and magic mushrooms.
In the book, Harry discussed how his past drug use could have posed a significant issue in his application process, mentioning that he would likely have needed a “visa waiver” due to his history with drugs. Under US immigration law, applicants who have a history of drug use are typically required to undergo a special waiver process, which involves further scrutiny and interviews.
A source close to the former President revealed that Trump’s position on the issue is clear: should it be confirmed that Prince Harry did not disclose the full extent of his past drug use, legal action could follow. “President Trump has made it very clear that if Harry is found to have not told the truth on his visa application, then he could face prosecution,” the source said.
Lying on a visa application in the United States can lead to serious consequences, including deportation or a prison sentence of up to five years. While Trump had previously commented on the situation with a more humorous tone, stating that deporting Harry was unnecessary as his marriage to Meghan was punishment enough, he is now reportedly reconsidering his stance. Trump’s initial comments, which also included a remark about Harry being “led around by the nose” by Meghan, were seen as a lighthearted dismissal of the situation at the time.
However, sources now suggest that the former president is willing to revisit the issue, particularly if it is found that Harry violated US immigration laws. A senior advisor to Trump said, “If Harry answered the drugs question truthfully, that would have triggered a visa waiver process, whereby he would have been interviewed and given a waiver. If that is the case, the public has a right to know.”
This renewed focus on Harry’s visa application comes in the wake of pressure from conservative groups, including The Heritage Foundation, a Washington think tank that has been actively campaigning for the release of Prince Harry’s visa records. The foundation has requested that the US Department of Homeland Security disclose whether or not Harry followed the proper legal procedures when entering the country.
In the UK, public reactions to the ongoing situation have been mixed. Some commentators have expressed concern about the privacy implications of releasing Harry’s visa details, while others support the calls for transparency, arguing that if the Duke of Sussex broke immigration rules, he should face the consequences.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have lived in California since their departure from the UK royal family in 2020. Their move to the US marked a significant shift in their personal and professional lives, as they sought greater freedom and control over their public image and charitable work. Harry’s memoir, Spare, which candidly discusses his personal struggles and experiences within the royal family, has further cemented his position as a figure of intense public interest and scrutiny.
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Legal experts suggest that even if Harry did indeed require a visa waiver, the process for obtaining one is highly regulated, and any missteps in his application could lead to legal repercussions. “Visa applications are taken very seriously by US immigration authorities, and there are strict guidelines in place to prevent fraudulent or incomplete disclosures,” said one immigration lawyer.
For now, it remains unclear whether Trump will take formal action against Prince Harry, or if the ongoing investigation into his visa application will lead to any new developments. The story continues to unfold, with many wondering what the future holds for the Duke of Sussex’s life in the United States.
As the investigation continues, it is certain that the scrutiny surrounding Prince Harry’s visa application will only grow, with his past admissions now at the forefront of the debate. With the backing of conservative groups and high-profile figures like Donald Trump, the matter looks set to become one of the most discussed political and legal issues surrounding the royal family in recent years.
