HARRY AND MEGHAN COLOMBIA TRIP COST $1.5 M
Lady Awbrey, Author of the ROYALS Column
WHO’S PAYING THAT BILL? POOR COLOMBIAN TAXPAYERS – THAT’S WHO!
BY ARGLWYDDES AWBREY
Prince Andrew:
Loss of Security: King Charles III has terminated the private security detail assigned to Prince Andrew at the Royal Lodge mansion. This decision comes after Andrew was stripped of his royal duties and publicly funded police protection in 2022 due to his controversial associations and lack of official responsibilities. Despite having had security for over 20 years, Andrew now finds himself without dedicated protection, highlighting his nonexistent role within the Royal Family.
Public Reaction: The move has been seen as a necessary step by King Charles to encourage Andrew to vacate the Royal Lodge and relocate to a smaller residence. This decision underscores the expectation that even senior royals must justify their privileges through active service and responsibility.
Prince Harry:
Demand for Security: In contrast, Prince Harry has been vocal about his perceived need for top-notch security, especially when visiting the UK. Since stepping back from his role as a senior royal and moving to the United States with Meghan Markle, Harry has expressed concerns about his family’s safety and has insisted on what “he” perceives is adequate protection during their visits to England.
Public Reaction: Harry’s demands have been met with mixed reactions. Some sympathize with him to a point because it is widely known that when the couple created their Netflix videos, they didn’t have a crowd of paparazzi chasing their vehicle. Netflix made it clear that the Sussex couple purchased footage of paparazzi chasing vehicles so that they could edit that footage into their Netflix video.
No such paparazzi chase ever took place in NYC during the times Harry and Meghan reported they suffered through a four-hour paparazzi chase during Manhattan rush hours.
Harry’s insistence on high-level security is considered evidence of entitlement, especially since Harry no longer performs royal duties (and neither does Meghan).
In their lifetimes, neither Prince Harry nor Meghan Markle have been elected to any office in the UK or the US, and they have no involvement in significant work or formal accomplishments so impressive that they would require as much security as they were given in Colombia.
Even the NYPD chief of police publicly stated that at the time the Sussex couple claimed they were chased (during rush hour), it was physically impossible for the chase to happen because during rush hour, cars must “inch along” whether they like it or not. Then the further complication presents itself if Colombia demands to be paid for all that police and military manpower they used for the Sussex visit.
Harry recently received a $9 million inheritance by having reached 40 years of age. It is important that he look at how to manage the security costs he and Meghan incurred in Colombia because the UK and the USA are not assuming responsibility for that invoice.
King Charles’ Stance:
- Putting His Foot Down: King Charles’ actions in both cases reflect a broader effort to enforce accountability and redefine the roles and privileges of royal family members. By removing Andrew’s security and not acquiescing to Harry’s demands, the King is sending a clear message that privileges must be earned through service and responsibility.
- Message to Andrew and Harry: This should serve as a wake-up call for both Andrew and Harry. The expectation is clear: they must “straighten up and fly right” if they wish to maintain any semblance of their former privileges. For Andrew, this means accepting his reduced role and relocating. King Charles did not ask Andrew to do him a favor. The King has issued a ruling. For Harry, it means understanding that his new life comes with different expectations and responsibilities that he chose.
King Charles’ firm stance is a significant step in modernizing the monarchy and ensuring that its members uphold the values and responsibilities expected of them.
DIRECT PUBLIC MESSAGE TO HARRY AND MEGHAN
Let it be a recommendation to the Sussex couple that they learn from the historical events that befell King Edward and Wallis Simpson. King Edward and Wallis Simpson’s challenge to the British Monarchy of establishing a competing monarchy never happened, instead, the couple became irrelevant and died in exile.
The appointment of Harry to the CIO (Chief Impact Officer) position at a Self-Help Corporation—despite his well-documented history with drugs and alcohol—raises serious questions about the appropriateness of his leadership in a sector dedicated to mental health and wellbeing.
MOCKED CURTSEYING QUEEN ELIZABETH YET TAUGHT COLOMBIANS HOW TO CURTSEY TO HER EVEN THOUGH CURTSEYING TO HER IS UNECESSARY – SHE IS NOT AN HRH
During this trip to Colombia, a notable incident involving Prince Harry and Meghan Markle during their visit to Colombia is worth addressing because certain concerns regarding the propriety of their roles and actions, given the formal nature of these engagements made for questionable performances.
During their time in Colombia, the Vice President raised a serious question about slavery reparations, which underscores the importance of addressing historical injustices. However, it is worth noting that Prince Harry, who is no longer a working member of the British royal family, was presented with this very serious discussion. This incident raises questions about the appropriateness of Harry’s involvement in such high-level diplomatic conversations that are typically reserved for officially appointed government representatives.
Moreover, Meghan Markle’s recent interaction with two young girls who asked her how to curtsey has sparked a debate. While it was kind of her to engage with them, it is important to remember that she does not hold a formal royal title such as “Her Royal Highness,” which traditionally dictates the protocol surrounding curtseys. This situation contrasts sharply with Meghan’s previous remarks in the Netflix documentary where she expressed reservations about the practice of curtseying.
These discrepancies highlight a broader discussion about the roles and expectations of individuals who have stepped away from official royal duties. While it is commendable that public figures engage with their audience and answer questions, it is equally crucial to maintain clarity and consistency in their roles to avoid any misunderstandings.
In addressing these issues, it is vital to approach the matter with balance and respect for all parties involved. This ensures that the focus remains on the substantive aspects of the discussion, rather than on personal grievances.
They are a private couple that has ineffectively tried to duplicate King Edward and Wallis Simpson by visiting foreign countries.
Critics argue that his personal struggles with drugs and alcohol easily undermines the credibility and effectiveness of the BETTER UP organization, particularly in a role that requires a model of recovery and resilience.
Harry has never experienced serious therapy for his drug and alcohol addiction, thus is not qualified to hold that role (if he had, you can be assured that he would announce it). Additionally, Harry and Meghan’s international travels, including their recent visit to the Colombian government, further fuel concerns about their role in global diplomacy. They did not discuss this trip with the British Government as they do not represent the UK. They did not discuss this trip with the United States Government either as they do not represent the US.
Their actions are presumptuous, as they assume a diplomatic stance without any official mandate or elected authority, potentially jeopardizing delicate international relations between the UK, the US, and the nations they engage with.
This perceived intrusion into professional diplomatic realms traditionally reserved for elected officials and career diplomats raises valid concerns about the propriety and impact of their activities on global diplomacy and governance. This is exactly what King Edward who abdicated the throne in order to marry Wallis Simpson did so many years ago.
It is reported that more than 3,000 police and army personnel were active in the security detail. Used were also helicopters and drones to provide the couple’s protection.
The Sussex couple is trying to recreate themselves as international representatives. They are inexperienced and will no doubt create havoc that will negatively affect diplomatic relationships previously established by professional diplomats.
Please be advised that Colombia may seek to recover the $1.5 million spent on security for this couple. Correspondence submitting this invoice might be arriving at 10 Downing Street, Westminster, London, and 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, D.C. right now!
We can only be grateful to Princess Diana who left a tidy $9 Million Dollars for Harry to inherit at the ripe age of 40. That inheritance will come in very handy should Colombia demand to be reimbursed.
King Charles cannot look the other way because Harry is his son. He must stop Harry and Meghan immediately and can begin by removing their “Duke and Duchess” titles. After all, they’ve done nothing but abuse them.
