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**Meghan Markle’s Lavish Spending and Family Controversies Unveiled**

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**Meghan Markle’s Lavish Spending and Family Controversies Unveiled**

A new book titled “Royals at War” sheds light on the extravagant spending habits of , raising eyebrows within the royal family.

Authored by Dylan Howard and Andy Tillett, the book reveals shocking details about Meghan's expenditures, including over half a million pounds on clothes for public events in 2018 alone.

Notably, she splurged £11,000 on a single trip to Africa, among other lavish expenses such as jewels, Frogmore renovations, and private trips to the US and Canada with bodyguards.

The excessive spending became a topic of discussion among palace staff and insiders, contrasting starkly with 's more conservative approach to finances.

A family insider disclosed that while Meghan spent lavishly, Kate, the future Queen consort, reportedly spent a mere £80,000 during the same period.

The revelation sparked further controversy when it was revealed that Meghan's mother, Doria, received a monthly allowance of £10,000 from the King's personal finances.

Criticism mounted as it emerged that Doria had a troubled past, having spent time in jail, and was financially dependent on Meghan.

The allowance, intended to keep Doria quiet and maintain a facade of wealth, raised questions about Meghan's financial management.

Unlike Catherine Middleton's family, who run their own party planning business and are self-sufficient, Doria seemed to rely heavily on Meghan and Harry for financial support.

Moreover, suspicions arose regarding Doria's involvement in a senior care company named Curious about Loving-Kindness, registered under Meghan's lawyer.

The company's lack of clients, digital presence, and payment methods raised eyebrows, with Doria holding multiple key positions within the organization despite her lack of experience in the field.

Allegations of potential Medicare fraud further added to the intrigue surrounding Doria's activities.

In response to claims that Doria was not welcomed by the royal family before Meghan's wedding, Lady C refuted the allegations, stating that Doria was indeed invited to various events, including by and Catherine.

However, Doria's erratic attendance and brief appearances, often accompanied by Meghan, raised questions about her integration into the royal fold.

Meghan's apparent reluctance to have Doria interact with the rest of the family hinted at underlying tensions and a deep-rooted bond between mother and daughter.

The intricate web of financial dependencies, questionable business dealings, and strained family dynamics surrounding and her mother, Doria, continues to unravel, painting a complex picture of royal life behind closed doors.

As the revelations from “Royals at War” come to light, the public remains captivated by the ongoing saga of Meghan's past and present, intertwined with controversies and contradictions that challenge the traditional norms of the British royal family.

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