Heritage Foundation Raises Concerns Over Prince Harry's US Visa
Prince Harry has formally announced his residency in the United States, marking a significant milestone in his and Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex's, transition away from royal obligations.
Their relocation to a Southern California villa four years ago signified the couple's desire to plant roots in America, a decision that has drawn both intrigue and criticism.
This week, paperwork confirming Prince Harry's status as a US resident was filed by a travel company associated with him, formalizing his decision.
The move to step back from royal duties and explore opportunities in America has sparked widespread interest and debate.
In recent months, Prince Harry has been vocal about issues within the monarchy, addressing allegations of unconscious racism in a Netflix series and his upcoming autobiography, "Spare."
The official confirmation of his US residency was processed through paperwork filed by Travalyst Ltd, a company primarily owned by the prince, aimed at promoting sustainable tourism worldwide.
The paperwork, received by Companies House on Monday, marks another significant step in Prince Harry's transition away from his former role as a counsellor of state to the king.
Despite retaining the title of counsellor of state, Prince Harry's practical involvement in royal duties has notably diminished, with only working members of the royal family expected to fulfill such responsibilities as of 2022.
The Heritage Foundation, a prominent conservative think tank, has expressed concerns regarding the Department of Homeland Security's approval of Prince Harry's US visa application, citing revelations about his past drug use.
In response, the foundation has taken legal action, petitioning a judge to compel the department to disclose Prince Harry's immigration file, arguing that either false information was provided on his visa application or he received preferential treatment, as a history of drug use typically disqualifies an applicant from obtaining a visa.
