Prince Harry Hopes for King Charles' Visit to America Amid Security Concerns
Prince Harry is reportedly eager for his father, King Charles, to visit America this year to see his grandchildren, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet. The King last saw the children during Queen Elizabeth II's Platinum Jubilee celebrations in 2022. Harry has been trying to reinstate armed police protection for his family's visits to the UK, but has not brought his children back since. With news of the King's scaled-back cancer treatment, Harry hopes for a visit from his father to California.
The last time Prince Harry and King Charles met in person was in September when Harry visited Clarence House during a trip to the UK. Harry has expressed a desire for his father to have a relationship with his grandchildren despite their strained relationship. There are reports that Harry is confident his taxpayer-funded police protection during UK visits could be restored, as his security arrangements are under review.
Royal author Duncan Larcombe suggests that if Harry's security is reinstated, Meghan may have to reconsider her stance on visiting the UK. The lack of official security has been a major concern for Harry, making it difficult for him and Meghan to consider a UK visit. Harry previously stated that bringing his family back to the UK without proper security would be impossible.
Despite Meghan's less vocal stance on the security issue, she has avoided visiting the UK since 2022. Harry and Meghan's security arrangements are being reviewed, and there is cautious optimism that Harry's automatic security could be reinstated. The couple's decisions regarding UK visits may be influenced by the outcome of the security review.