Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Face Tension as Trump Supporters Rally in Montecito
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, who have resided in Montecito, California, with their children Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet since 2020, were seemingly caught in the crossfire of political demonstrations over the weekend, sparking concerns about their future in the United States.
A convoy of Donald Trump supporters, known as a “Trump Train,” passed through the affluent celebrity enclave on Sunday, drawing attention and criticism from locals, reported by GB News. The procession, adorned with Trump banners and American flags, marked a show of support following Trump’s election victory over Kamala Harris.
The event prompted backlash among Montecito residents, known for their quiet, liberal-leaning community. A social media post by a participant’s family member said: “Our daughter and her friend participated in the Trump Train in Montecito, Cal today. Naturally, the liberals were in rare form“, according to Daily Mail.
This demonstration is part of a larger series of “Trump Train” events gaining momentum across the United States in support of the former president’s return to power.
The timing of the demonstration coincides with reports suggesting that Trump could take a hardline stance against Prince Harry. Allegedly, Trump might pursue action against Harry if claims regarding potential inconsistencies in his U.S. immigration documents, specifically about prior drug use, are substantiated.
Speculation has grown that Trump’s administration, should it officially begin, might challenge Harry’s residency status in the U.S., a move that could complicate the Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s future in their adopted home.
While the royal couple has not commented on the procession or the reports, the incident has stirred conversations about their position amid the politically charged climate in the U.S.
Harry and Meghan have long maintained a neutral stance in U.S. politics, focusing their efforts on humanitarian work and causes such as mental health and gender equality. However, the renewed attention on their presence in Montecito suggests their lives may remain intertwined with larger sociopolitical currents in the country.
The couple continues to live in Montecito, where they raise their children and operate their Archewell Foundation. It remains to be seen whether these recent developments will impact their residency or future in the United States.