Former President Donald Trump said he was not a fan of Harry and Meghan’s return to the United Kingdom. The couple had left Britain in 2020 after living in California for six years. Trump spoke during a question-and-answer session after a press conference with travel executives. He said he had a very good relationship with King Charles III and the late Queen Elizabeth II. Trump added that he knew the queen very well and had known King Charles since before he became king. He criticized the way Meghan acted and said she was disrespectful to both Queen Elizabeth II and King Charles. Trump also said he would not have welcomed Harry and Meghan back into the royal family if he were king. He expressed admiration for the royal family, tracing his interest back to watching Queen Elizabeth II’s coronation in 1953 with his mother. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are reportedly looking forward to spending more time with King Charles in a personal way. However, Harry and Meghan will remain private individuals after their return to the UK. Questions remain about whether British taxpayers will cover the cost of security for the couple following their return.
Trump’s comments come after the couple stepped back from royal duties and moved to the United States, according to The Hill. He said he did not like how the royal family treated Harry and Meghan during their time in America. Trump also emphasized that his home is currently in the United States. He described King Charles as a great guy and said he had known him for a long time. The former president’s remarks reflect his long-standing interest in British royalty and the royal family, according to a report from The Guardian. He has often spoken about his admiration for Queen Elizabeth II and her reign.
Trump’s criticism of the couple’s return highlights a difference in opinion between him and the British monarchy. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are now back in Britain after living in California since 2020. They had stepped down as senior members of the royal family and left Britain in 2020. Their return to the UK has sparked discussion about their future role within the royal family. Trump’s statement shows his continued interest in British royal matters and his personal views on how they should be handled. He also made clear that he would not have taken Harry and Meghan back into the royal fold if he were in charge.
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