Harry and Meghan accused of defying Queen Elizabeth's royal rules: experts
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are facing criticism from royal experts for conducting charitable visits that critics claim mimic official royal engagements. Observers argue the couple is attempting to maintain a public image of royalty without the constitutional responsibilities or authority of working royals.
Why it matters
The ongoing tension between the Sussexes and the British monarchy highlights broader debates about the role of public figures and the nature of royal authority.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are being accused of playing royals on their own terms — and sidestepping the late Queen Elizabeth II's wishes in the process. On Oct. 15, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex visited Nottingham for their first joint public appearance since returning to the U.K., Fox News Digital confirmed. The city holds special significance for the couple, as it was the first place they visited after announcing their engagement in November 2017. Kinsey Schofield, host of the YouTube show "Kinsey Schofield Unfiltered," told Fox News Digital that, based on her sources, "there is frustration" inside Buckingham Palace as Harry and Meghan prepare to visit several charities in a manner resembling an official royal engagement.
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