Prince Harry’s visa situation is escalating rapidly, and this time, former President Donald Trump might be the one to intervene. The latest twist in this saga is almost too compelling to ignore.
Just as Harry was seen grinning at the Queen’s memorial service on Tuesday, details surrounding his U.S. visa application were unsealed. The timing couldn’t be more intriguing—honoring his late grandmother while possibly feeling the heat over what’s about to unfold. The Heritage Foundation, a prominent conservative think tank, has been actively pushing for the full disclosure of Harry’s visa records. They argue, and quite rightly so, that the American public deserves to know whether he was given special treatment when applying—especially considering his well-documented admissions of drug use in his memoir Spare.
The initial release of these documents was heavily redacted, shielding key details, but this battle is far from over. In fact, with Trump back in the political spotlight, Harry’s American dream could quickly become a nightmare.
According to reports from The Daily Mail, Trump has more than one reason to get involved in this visa controversy. First, he may see this as an opportunity to retaliate against the Biden administration, which previously released records about Melania Trump’s late mother. Trump is not one to forget personal slights, and this could be his moment for political payback. The second reason is even more compelling—the Sussexes' Archewell Foundation reportedly made a generous donation to a charity linked to Biden’s daughter. Aligning themselves with the Bidens may have seemed like a strategic move at the time, but with Trump’s potential return to power, it now looks like a serious miscalculation. As one insider put it, any one of these factors could be enough to provoke a response from Trump—whether out of spite or a desire for retribution.
Harry and Meghan have consistently shown a lack of strategic foresight, especially compared to the working royals. While Harry finds himself embroiled in yet another controversy, Prince William and Princess Catherine continue to demonstrate grace and commitment to their duties. Catherine, in particular, has shown remarkable strength throughout her cancer treatment, prioritizing her family while still upholding her responsibilities. King Charles, too, has faced his own health struggles with resilience, embodying the true essence of royal service. Meanwhile, Harry’s latest predicament only highlights the stark contrast between those who dedicate themselves to duty and those who seem to seek attention at every turn.
The real issue here lies in what Harry himself disclosed in Spare. He openly admitted to smoking marijuana during his school days at Eton, even describing how he and his friends would exhale the smoke out of a window while watching Family Guy. He also detailed his experiences with psychedelics, claiming they helped him “redefine reality.” While this may have made for an interesting memoir, it presents a significant legal issue when it comes to U.S. immigration law. Visa applicants are required to answer a simple question: “Have you ever been a drug abuser or addict?” There is no option to justify past drug use under the guise of personal growth. If Harry answered “no,” despite his public admissions, that could constitute visa fraud. If he answered “yes,” then the question arises—was he granted special treatment? Either way, he finds himself in a precarious position.
The Heritage Foundation remains determined to uncover the truth. Daily Mail columnist Richard Kay described the situation as a ticking time bomb, and with the foundation’s deep legal resources and connections within Trump’s political circle, they stand a strong chance of succeeding. If it turns out Harry misrepresented himself on his application, the consequences could be severe. The irony of a man who has built his brand on “speaking his truth” potentially being caught in a lie would be staggering. Meghan, no doubt, would scramble to craft a damage-control narrative, but this could prove to be an inescapable PR disaster.
Meanwhile, across the Atlantic, William and Catherine remain steadfast in their duties, maintaining the dignity and composure expected of true royals. Unlike Harry and Meghan, they do not engage in public feuds or political maneuvering; they simply continue their work in service to the Crown. The contrast between the Sussexes and the royal family has never been clearer.
