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Prince Harry’s Visa at Risk After Drug Admission
Prince Harry may face the revocation of his visa for the United States following his confession to using substances.
The Duke of Sussex revealed during a therapy session aired on television that he turned to psychedelic drugs as a means of coping with his trauma.
Piers Morgan raised concerns that Prince Harry's admission could jeopardize his ability to remain in the U.S., as authorities there do not look favorably upon drug use by non-citizens.
The revelation was made while Prince Harry engaged in a conversation with therapist Dr. Gabor Mate for the show “The Myth of Normal, Trauma, Illness, and Healing in a Toxic Culture.”
In the interview, Prince Harry candidly shared how he initially experimented with drugs and found them to be beneficial in helping him navigate through his past traumas.
He expressed, “I started doing it recreationally and started to realize how good it was for me.
I would say it is one of the fundamental parts of my life that changed me and helped me deal with the traumas and the pains of the past.”
Piers Morgan, a known critic of Prince Harry, speculated that the Duke might have to skip his father's upcoming coronation to avoid potential repercussions that could prevent his return to the U.S.
The situation draws parallels to a past incident involving TV personality Nigella Lawson, who was barred from boarding a flight to the U.S. after admitting to cocaine use in a separate legal matter back in 2014.
Morgan emphasized the implications of the Duke's admission, suggesting that the U.S. authorities could view it as grounds for denying entry, particularly given the strict stance on drug-related issues.
While U.S. regulations altered in 2010 to consider experimental drug use differently, foreign nationals with any drug-related history can still face challenges when seeking entry.
Senior attorney Kareem Dujikaman highlighted the stringent approach adopted by U.S. officials towards individuals with any association with controlled substances.
The law dictates that individuals who have either been convicted of drug-related offenses or have admitted to such activities can be deemed inadmissible to the U.S.
Even a mere acknowledgment of possessing a controlled substance can lead to entry denial.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have been residing in California since 2020, relocating from Canada.
They have settled in Montecito with their two children, receiving an invitation to the King's Coronation, raising uncertainty about their attendance.
As the public speculates on the potential implications for Prince Harry's visa status, the couple's decision regarding the coronation remains uncertain.
The developments surrounding the Duke's drug admission have sparked discussions about the complexities of U.S. immigration laws and their application in cases involving high-profile individuals.
The situation underscores the challenges faced by foreign nationals navigating the intricacies of U.S. visa regulations, especially concerning past drug use.
The outcome of this situation will likely have significant implications for Prince Harry's future travel plans and residency in the United States.
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