Prince Harry secured a significant legal victory last Friday when a judge in the Justice fan Court ruled in his favor.
The judge declared that 15 out of 33 articles examined from Mirror Group Newspapers were a result of either phone hacking of Prince Harry's mobile phone or other illicit information-gathering methods. In response to this, the publication was directed to pay Prince Harry $80,000. Despite the legal triumph, online users remained unimpressed.
In response to the victory, Prince Harry expressed satisfaction in a statement, describing the ruling as vindicating and affirming. He stated, "Today's ruling is vindicating and affirming. I've been told that slaying dragons will get you burned, but in light of today's victory and the importance of doing what's needed for a free and honest press, it's a worthwhile price to pay. The mission continues."
However, the online reaction to Prince Harry's statement was negative, with many users downplaying the significance of the win. ABC News foreign correspondent Maggie Rouy's comment that this was Prince Harry's most significant legal win so far was met with skepticism. Critics argued that Prince Harry's victory did not match up to Prince William's major legal success, citing differences in the nature of their cases.
Comparisons were drawn, highlighting Prince William's million-dollar settlement and charitable donations, contrasting it with Prince Harry's £140,000 settlement, a fraction of his initial demand. Some users labeled Prince Harry's outcome as a financial loss, and the public response deemed him an "idiot of monumental proportions" during the high court proceedings.
The discussion also delved into the dynamics within the royal family, with claims that Prince William and King Charles are actively keeping Prince Harry and Meghan Markle at a distance. The source mentioned that loyalty to the firm is prioritized, and individuals loyal to the Prince and Princess of Wales won't risk upsetting Charles.
The sentiment expressed was one of sadness, as people reminisced about the positive image of Harry and Meghan but felt it was no longer worth bothering with them given the negativity and chaos surrounding them since leaving the royal family.
