This week, documentation filed by a travel company associated with Prince Harry confirmed his status as a US resident, formalizing his transition away from his royal duties. The decision to relocate and pursue opportunities in America has garnered both intrigue and criticism.
In recent months, Prince Harry has been vocal about issues within the monarchy, addressing allegations of unconscious racism in a Netflix series and his upcoming autobiography, "Spare."
The paperwork confirming Prince Harry's US residency was submitted by Travalyst Ltd, a company predominantly owned by the prince and established in 2020 with a focus on promoting sustainable tourism globally. This paperwork signifies another step in Prince Harry's distancing from his previous role as a counsellor of state to the king.
Although Prince Harry still holds the title of counsellor of state, his practical involvement in royal duties has diminished over time. Parliament was informed in 2022 that only working members of the royal family would be called upon to fulfill such responsibilities.
The Heritage Foundation, a notable conservative think tank, has expressed concerns regarding the approval of Prince Harry's US visa application by the Department of Homeland Security. These concerns arise in light of revelations about the prince's past drug use.
In response, the Heritage Foundation has taken legal action, petitioning a judge to compel the department to disclose Prince Harry's immigration file. Their argument suggests that either false information was provided on his visa application or preferential treatment was given, as a history of drug use typically disqualifies an applicant from obtaining a visa.
