In the wake of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s decision to step down as senior members of the royal family, an online petition has been launched, urging that the couple be stripped of their royal titles to prevent any personal financial gain.

The petition, initiated by the people of Sussex, argues that the Duke and Duchess are using their titles without fulfilling their responsibilities to the county.

Royal expert Hilary Fordwich highlighted the significance of this movement, emphasizing that being a member of the royal family is not merely a celebrity role, but a duty that must be fulfilled.

Fordwich questioned why anyone would desire to hold a title if they were unwilling to carry out their duties to the people.

She stressed that as the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, their obligation is to serve the public by visiting homes, churches, schools, and hospitals.

Drawing a comparison, Fordwich mentioned Prince Edward, the Count of Wessex, and his wife, the Countess of Wessex, who actively engage with the people of Wessex.

She emphasized the importance of recognizing that the people of Sussex deserve the same level of commitment from their representatives.

Interestingly, the petition proposes Major Johnny Thompson as the new Duke of Sussex, instead of Prince Harry.

Major Thompson, from the 5th Battalion Royal Regiment of Scotland, gained attention when Prime Minister Liz Truss was among the first individuals to meet the King recently.

He was also present during the King’s signing of proclamations at St James’s Palace.

Major Thompson, known as Johnny to close friends, previously served as the late Queen’s highest-ranking bodyguard and was frequently photographed with her.

He has been seen alongside the King and Camilla, the Queen Consort, during various royal engagements, including their tour of Canada in May 2022 and the Platinum Jubilee service of Thanksgiving at St Paul’s Cathedral in June.

In the midst of these developments, King Charles III reportedly finds it amusing that Meghan Markle is attempting to tarnish the royal family’s reputation.

According to Life and Style magazine, Markle’s efforts will ultimately be in vain, as Prince Harry is expected to return to his family eventually.

The article suggests that Markle is using her association with the royal name to gain attention, which the royal family views as distasteful.

They hold her responsible for causing a rift between Harry and his family.

It is ironic, the source claims, that Markle now presents herself as the one trying to mend the relationship between her husband and King Charles III.

The source further alleges that Markle had suggested bringing Prince Harry and Prince Charles together during Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee celebrations, but tensions were so high that Charles only stayed for a short time.

The royal family remains skeptical of Markle’s intentions and suspects she has an ulterior motive.

Despite her efforts to repair the relationship, they believe she still harbors her own agenda.

As the petition gains traction and public sentiment continues to evolve, it remains to be seen how this issue will be resolved.

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex find themselves at the center of a heated debate, with their royal titles hanging in the balance.