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Prince Harry’s American Dream Turns into a Nightmare
Prince Harry's aspirations for a fresh start in the United States have come crashing down following a recent court ruling.
The Duke of Sussex, who made the move to California with his wife Meghan Markle back in 2020, is now facing the grim prospect of deportation.
This turn of events stems from a lawsuit filed by a conservative organization seeking access to his immigration records, alleging he misrepresented his past drug use on his visa application.
In his memoir, “Spare,” Harry openly discussed his experiences with drugs like cocaine, marijuana, and psychedelic mushrooms.
He had applied for a U.S. visa under a special category designated for individuals with extraordinary abilities.
However, federal law stipulates that prior drug use could bar entry unless a waiver is granted.
This potential disqualification has put Harry's residency in jeopardy.
The Heritage Foundation, a prominent right-wing think tank, contended that Harry's visa application should be scrutinized to determine whether he disclosed his drug history or received any undue advantages due to his royal background.
The case escalated to a federal court in Washington, D.C., where a judge ruled in favor of the Heritage Foundation, mandating the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to release Harry's immigration documents within 30 days.
Additionally, the judge ordered Harry to vacate the U.S. within 60 days unless he could substantiate his legal status with a valid visa or an ongoing application.
The ruling underscored the belief that Harry had breached public trust and violated legal norms by allegedly lying about his drug use.
Consequently, the court deemed him an illegal immigrant with no entitlement to remain in the country.
This ruling dealt a significant blow to Harry, who envisioned a future in the U.S. filled with charitable endeavors and creative pursuits.
He has expressed deep concerns about his family's safety and well-being, fearing they would encounter harassment and hostility if they returned to the U.K. His attempts to appeal the decision have been met with resistance, as both the DHS and the State Department have declined to comment or intervene.
Feeling devastated and angry, Harry perceives this outcome as a form of persecution and humiliation at the hands of the U.S. government and judicial system.
He believes he is being unfairly targeted, particularly when compared to other celebrities who have publicly admitted to drug use without facing similar repercussions.
This sense of discrimination has led him to feel as though he is a victim of a broader political and media witch hunt.
With no viable options left, Harry is preparing to leave his home in Montecito, where he has built a life with Meghan and their two young children, Archie and Lilibet.
The impending departure means relinquishing not only his residence but also lucrative deals with streaming giants like Netflix and Spotify, along with his involvement in initiatives such as the Invictus Games.
Saying goodbye to friends and supporters in America adds another layer of heartache to this already tumultuous situation.
The once-promising move to the U.S. has now become a saga of legal troubles and public scrutiny.
What was intended as a quest for freedom and happiness has devolved into feelings of rejection and despair.
