Former U.S. President Donald Trump, who has intensified measures against illegal immigration since returning to the White House, has stated that he will not pursue the deportation of Prince Harry. In an interview with The New York Post, Trump dismissed the idea, saying, “I don’t want to do that. I’ll leave him alone. He’s got enough problems with his wife. She’s terrible.”
Prince Harry’s Visa Under Scrutiny
Prince Harry’s immigration status has been the subject of legal challenges, particularly from the Heritage Foundation, which has questioned whether he disclosed past drug use on his U.S. visa application. In his autobiography Spare, Harry admitted to using substances such as cocaine and cannabis, raising concerns over potential violations of immigration laws.
The conservative think tank has filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, seeking transparency regarding Harry’s visa records. Nile Gardiner, a member of the Heritage Foundation, emphasized that all applicants must provide truthful information on their immigration forms, and it remains unclear if Prince Harry did so.
Trump’s Views on the Royal Family
During the interview, Trump praised Prince William, calling him “a great young man,” and recalled their private meeting in Paris during the reopening of Notre-Dame Cathedral in December 2024. His comments highlighted the contrast in his stance toward Prince William and Harry.
Trump has frequently criticized Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, accusing Harry of being overly influenced by his wife. Meghan, in the past, has labeled Trump as “divisive” and “misogynistic.”
Allegations of Special Treatment
The Heritage Foundation has suggested that Harry may have received preferential treatment from the Biden administration when he and Meghan moved to California in 2020, following their decision to step back from royal duties—a move widely referred to as “Megxit.”
As legal battles continue, Prince Harry’s immigration status remains a topic of debate, but for now, Trump has ruled out any action against the Duke of Sussex.
