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**Controversy Surrounding Prince Archie’s Birth**

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**Controversy Surrounding Prince Archie’s Birth**

and welcomed their first child, Prince Harrison, on May 6, 2019.

On the day of 's birth, enthusiastically confirmed the news to the media, announcing the arrival of their baby boy.

However, rumors circulated by suggested that the palace had initially issued a statement stating that Archie was born via surrogate, although the announcement was later retracted.

The discussion around Archie's birth focused on the various physical attributes he possesses, with reports mentioning that he has appeared in at least two different variations – one with blonde hair and another with ginger hair.

Lady Colin Campbell raised questions about the number of children the couple may have, suggesting possibilities such as adoption, borrowing, or surrogacy, which could impact their royal status.

Lady Campbell claimed that an announcement released in the early hours stated that Archie was born via surrogate, originating from Kensington Palace.

Despite claims of a typographical error and the website being hacked, screenshots of the announcement circulated worldwide.

The initial announcement indicated that Harry and Meghan used a surrogate, causing confusion and speculation about the circumstances of Archie's birth.

The announcement from Kensington Palace, acknowledging the use of a surrogate, contained grammatical errors, including a lowercase “we” and awkward phrasing.

The delay between the announcement of Meghan going into labor and the confirmation of Archie's birth raised further questions about the accuracy and timing of the palace's statements.

Amidst the controversy, concerns were raised about Archie and 's legitimacy within the royal family, with reports suggesting that no member of the royal household had met them.

This led to discussions about their inclusion in the line of succession, prompting a poll that revealed a majority of Britons favored removing Prince Harry and his children from the line of succession.

In a recent poll conducted by Express UK, 66% of respondents expressed the opinion that Prince Harry and his children should not be part of the line of succession.

The polling results indicated a consensus across political affiliations, with both Tory and Labour voters, as well as Brexiteers and Remainers, agreeing on the issue.

The controversy surrounding Archie's birth and the subsequent discussions about the royal family's line of succession highlighted tensions within the monarchy.

Speculation about 's role in the decision-making process regarding his grandchildren's titles added another layer to the ongoing narrative surrounding Prince Harry and Meghan's relationship with the royal family.

As the debate continues and public opinion remains divided, the future implications for Prince Harry, Meghan, and their children in the royal hierarchy remain uncertain.

The evolving dynamics within the royal family reflect a broader shift in public perception and expectations towards the monarchy.

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