Prince Harry has found himself embroiled in controversy surrounding his American visa status, prompting criticism and speculation about his future in the United States.
The US ambassador to the UK, Jane Hartley, recently assured that Prince Harry would not face deportation under the Biden administration, amidst ongoing scrutiny over his visa application.
Since relocating to Montecito, California, in 2020 following his decision to step down as a senior royal alongside Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, Prince Harry’s visa application has been under review. The scrutiny intensified after revelations of his past drug use surfaced in his memoir, “Spare,” raising questions about the grounds for denial of his visa under US immigration laws.
A lawsuit filed by the think tank The Heritage Foundation sought to investigate whether Prince Harry provided false information on his visa application, prompting demands for transparency regarding his visa documents.
Ambassador Hartley’s statement regarding Prince Harry’s residency status under the Biden administration has sparked further debate, with critics suggesting preferential treatment for the Duke of Sussex. However, some argue that Prince Harry’s status as a high-profile figure warrants special consideration, especially given his ties to the royal family and international diplomatic sensitivities.
Former editor of The Sun, Kelvin MacKenzie, expressed conflicting sentiments on the matter, criticizing Ambassador Hartley’s stance while acknowledging the complexities of Prince Harry’s residency debate. MacKenzie highlighted concerns about the potential repercussions of Prince Harry’s return to the UK, emphasizing the existing tensions surrounding his royal status and public perception.
As the debate over Prince Harry’s US residency continues, questions persist about the implications of his visa status and the broader implications for US immigration policies under the Biden administration.
