In the aftermath of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle unveiling their new website, a growing chorus is urging King Charles to strip them of their royal titles, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex.
The timing of the website launch, which coincided with the announcement of the King’s cancer diagnosis, has raised eyebrows among royal observers.
Renowned royal expert Tom Bower has seized upon this moment as an opportune juncture to advocate for the permanent removal of Meghan and Harry’s royal designations.
In a scathing editorial for the Daily Mail, Mr Bower articulated his stance that it is high time for the King to take decisive action by rescinding the titles and even extending the measure to their offspring.
Criticizing Charles for his perceived leniency towards the couple’s alleged financial motives, Bower emphasized the need for accountability in the face of what he deems as repeated disgrace brought upon the British monarchy and the nation by the Sussexes.
The fallout from the couple’s controversial interview with Oprah Winfrey appears to have further exacerbated calls for repercussions against them.
Mr Bower lamented the lack of consequences faced by Meghan and Harry following the interview, portraying it as a betrayal of trust aimed at capitalizing on their royal connections.
Looking ahead, he proposed a stark future for the couple post-King’s recovery, envisioning a formal disavowal of their royal status and a banishment from British shores.
Despite the impassioned pleas from figures like Tom Bower and Conservative politician Bob Seeley, the ultimate decision regarding the revocation of Meghan and Harry’s titles rests with the Parliament rather than the King.
Seeley, echoing sentiments of many critics, lambasted the couple for attempting to undermine the institution they are still associated with while clinging onto their titles.
The call for relinquishing titles in exchange for privacy resonates strongly within these circles.
Moreover, the launch of Sussex.com, hailed as a comprehensive hub for the couple’s endeavors and future initiatives, has been interpreted by Mr Bower as a testament to Harry and Meghan’s entrenched anti-monarchy stance.
The website, positioned as the official platform for Prince Harry and Meghan, outlines their commitment to shaping the future through a blend of business ventures and philanthropic endeavors.
In a poignant twist, Prince Harry’s return to the UK last week following his father’s health scare underscored the complexities of their familial ties amidst the mounting public scrutiny.
While Harry ventured back to his homeland, Meghan opted to remain in the United States with their children, 4-year-old Prince Archie and 2-year-old Princess Lilibet.