Amidst growing concerns, the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) disclosed that they are unable to locate Prince Harry’s immigration file, raising questions about his legal status in the country.
The USCIS reached out to the Heritage Foundation on March 13th, 2023, seeking assistance in locating the Duke of Sussex’s A-file, essential for processing his visa request.
An A-file is a crucial document for any individual entering the country, regardless of their authorization status.
Despite being a public figure, Prince Harry’s immigration paperwork has sparked controversy, with over half of Americans expressing a desire for a review of his visa status.
Speculations arose as to whether Prince Harry bypassed the necessary paperwork upon his private entry into the US during the COVID lockdown.
The lack of clarity surrounding Prince Harry’s visa application process has led to uncertainties regarding his immigration status.
Questions have emerged about the thoroughness of the scrutiny applied to his application, given his royal lineage and the potential implications of his status being questioned or facing deportation within two weeks.
The Heritage Foundation’s attempts to access Prince Harry’s immigration application through a Freedom of Information Act request were denied, citing privacy concerns.
Subsequently, the think tank filed a lawsuit against the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to compel the disclosure of information related to the decision to admit Prince Harry into the US and allow him to remain in the country.
The court filing dated May 1st highlighted the media coverage surrounding Prince Harry’s admissions of drug offenses in his memoir ‘Spare,’ prompting further scrutiny of the DHS’s decision-making process.
The Heritage Foundation emphasized the need for transparency in evaluating the DHS’s application of immigration laws and ensuring impartiality in its decisions.
The organization argued that Prince Harry’s privacy interests are outweighed by the public interest in understanding the circumstances surrounding his admission to the US.
The filing raised concerns about the consistency and fairness of the DHS’s discretionary actions, urging a reevaluation of Prince Harry’s visa status in light of recent revelations.
As the legal battle unfolds, the spotlight remains on Prince Harry’s immigration status, raising broader questions about the enforcement of immigration laws and the potential preferential treatment given to high-profile individuals.
The ongoing saga underscores the complexities of immigration processes and the need for transparency in decision-making to uphold the integrity of the system.