
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is set to release parts of Prince Harry’s immigration records, potentially revealing whether he disclosed his drug use when applying for U.S. residency.
At a Glance
- DHS agrees to release redacted portions of Prince Harry’s immigration documents
- The release follows a lawsuit by the Heritage Foundation over drug use admissions in Harry’s memoir
- Three items from visa documents can be unsealed, with a fourth remaining private
- Judge aims to make maximum material public while complying with privacy laws
- Redacted versions to be submitted to Judge Carl Nichols by March 6th
DHS to Disclose Prince Harry’s Immigration Records
The Department of Homeland Security has agreed to release portions of Prince Harry’s immigration records – after nobody really believed it would happen. This decision comes in the wake of allegations that the Duke of Sussex may have been untruthful about his past drug use when applying for U.S. residency. The case, initiated by the conservative Heritage Foundation, has drawn significant attention to the integrity of high-profile immigration cases and the consistent enforcement of immigration laws.
The Heritage Foundation’s lawsuit was prompted by Prince Harry’s candid admissions of drug use in his memoir “Spare” and Netflix series. The think tank argues that these public confessions raise questions about whether Harry accurately disclosed his history on his visa application. Nile Gardiner, representing the Heritage Foundation, emphasized the importance of this case for American values and the rule of law.
“It’s important because this is an issue of the rule of law, transparency and accountability. No one should be above the law,” Nile Gardiner said.
Judge Carl Nichols, overseeing the case, initially ruled against public interest in disclosing Harry’s immigration records. However, due to procedural issues, he agreed to review the decision. The judge now aims to release the maximum amount of material possible while adhering to U.S. privacy laws. DHS lawyer John Bardo confirmed that redacted versions of three items from the visa documents would be submitted to the judge by March 6th.
“I’m going to take this in stages,” Judge Carl Nichols said.
So it’s going to happen…just, slowly.
The case has garnered attention not only for its implications on immigration policy but also due to the ongoing public feud between President Donald Trump and the Duchess of Sussex, Meghan Markle. Trump has been vocal in his criticism of Prince Harry, accusing him of betraying Queen Elizabeth II and warning about potential consequences if re-elected.
🚨🇺🇸HOMELAND SECURITY TO RELEASE PRINCE HARRY’S IMMIGRATION FILES AFTER ALLEGATIONS HE LIED ABOUT DRUG USE
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This case raises important questions about the consistency of immigration law enforcement, especially for high-profile individuals. The Heritage Foundation argues that Prince Harry’s situation should be scrutinized like any other applicant’s, regardless of his royal status. This sentiment resonates with many Americans who value fair application of the law and border security.
Here’s a question for you all: if Prince Harry doesn’t get away with it, but a plethora of rock stars from overseas who all now live in California can, what does that say about our immigration law?