Amid rumors that Prince William is assuming the role of King Charles, Harry and Meghan find themselves on tenterhooks.
It has been reported that King Charles has decided to postpone his duties due to a medical procedure, leaving the future of the monarchy uncertain.
As the Prince of Wales, soon to be King, takes on the responsibility of running the monarchy on behalf of his father, all eyes are now on him during this major health saga.
The news of King Charles seeking treatment for an enlarged prostate has caused a ripple of concern within the royal family.
Buckingham Palace has announced that the 75-year-old’s public engagements will be postponed temporarily to allow for recuperation.
In the meantime, Prince William, who is next in line for the throne, will step up to handle the additional workload during this stressful period.
Despite the challenges ahead, William can rely on the support of the entire royal family and the nation as he navigates the affairs of the monarchy.
Experts claim that he has been prepared for this role throughout his life, making him well-equipped to manage such circumstances.
Jonathan Sacerdoti, speaking on Fox News, suggests that it is premature to discuss abdication, as William is more than capable of fulfilling his duties if Charles is unable to do so.
While Prince William assumes his new responsibilities, Prince Harry, who had previously been estranged from his father and brother, is seeking to return to the royal family as a councillor of state.
With King Charles occupied, there were concerns about who would take on this role in his absence.
The current councillors of the monarch include Queen Camilla, Prince William, Prince Harry, Prince Andrew, and Princess Beatrice.
However, it is worth noting that Prince Harry is fifth in line to the throne, following his older brother William and his three children.
Royal expert Richard Fitzwilliams explains that councillors of state can stand in for the monarch if they are unable to fulfill their duties due to incapacitation or being abroad.
These councillors act in pairs.
However, it is clear that Prince Harry and Prince Andrew will not be asked to step in under any circumstances.
Whether Harry will have a role in the current royal crisis remains uncertain.
As King Charles undergoes his medical procedure, he is expected to postpone several engagements but maintain a business-as-usual approach.
Reports suggest that he will continue with his affairs of state while recovering.
Royal biographer Marlene Koenig believes that Charles will manage well before and after the procedure, as he can still stay connected through reading red boxes, virtual meetings, and phone calls.
She dismisses the idea of Harry or Andrew taking over, stating that it simply won’t happen.
It is worth noting that Prince Harry is no longer domiciled in the UK since he lost his lease for Frogmore Cottage.
Despite his fears of losing his role, Harry must remember that the monarchy does not depend on him, and the situation is not as dire as he perceives it to be.
The Harkles, as they are known, seem eager to insert themselves into this crisis, but it remains to be seen what role Harry will play moving forward.