Why it Matters: The Heritage Foundation, a conservative think tank, is urging for Prince Harry’s visa to be denied and for him to be deported from the U.S. due to his history with drug use. While visa records are confidential and the State Department cannot disclose information about individual visa cases, the group is calling for transparency on whether Harry was properly vetted before entering the country.
What They Are Saying: The organization argues that Prince Harry’s past drug use, including cocaine and pot, makes him ineligible to be in the United States, despite currently living on a visa. However, legal experts differ on whether his past drug use is grounds for inadmissibility and whether his visa status is truly at risk.
The Big Picture: Prince Harry and his wife Meghan Markle have been a source of controversy and media attention since moving to California in 2020, with conservative media often taking the side of the Royal Family over the couple. This latest call for deportation by a conservative group further highlights the ongoing tension and polarizing views towards the couple.
What to Watch: It remains to be seen if the State Department will provide details on Prince Harry’s visa application, as requested by the Heritage Foundation. Legal experts continue to debate whether his past drug use poses a threat to his visa status and whether the calls for deportation hold any weight.
My Take: This controversy over Prince Harry’s past drug use and the calls for deportation seem to be fueled more by political views and personal feelings towards the Royal Family and the Duke and Duchess of Sussex rather than any genuine legal concerns. While the debate over the legality of his visa status may continue, it’s important to recognize the underlying biases and agendas at play in this situation.
