Former US President
The couple, who had resided in Montecito, California, for six years, recently returned to the United Kingdom. During his remarks, Trump indicated that he would have handled the situation differently had he been in the position of the
Criticism of Royal Relations
Trump’s comments focused on the couple's past conduct toward the monarchy, which he characterized as disrespectful. He specifically cited his disapproval of how the couple interacted with the late Queen Elizabeth II and King Charles III. The former president noted that he found the behavior of the Duchess of Sussex to be particularly problematic during their time as working royals.
The couple’s departure from the US follows a period of significant public tension between them and the royal family. While reports suggest that Prince Harry has sought to improve his relationship with his father, King Charles III, particularly following the King's cancer diagnosis, his relationship with his brother, Prince William, and the Princess of Wales, Catherine, remains reportedly strained.
Differing Perspectives on Reconciliation
Reflecting on the internal dynamics of the royal family, Trump stated that he would not have been as accommodating regarding the couple's reintegration. He emphasized that his personal stance would have been to exclude them from the family fold, contrasting his view with the current state of affairs within the British monarchy.
This is not the first time the former president has voiced criticism regarding the couple. His latest remarks come as the Duke and Duchess of Sussex settle back into life in the UK, marking a significant shift after their years of living in California and their vocal public criticisms of the institution they left behind.
