Meghan Markle expressed her astonishment: “I am bewildered by the depth of animosity some harbor towards our family, even extending it to our children. Such hatred is not only cruel but also seems to stem from a dark and malevolent place. It’s pushing my husband and me to seriously consider renouncing our British citizenship.”

The tumultuous relationship between the British Royal Family and Prince Harry and Meghan Markle has been riddled with tension, scrutiny, and apparent mistreatment. The Prince and his family are rightly considering renouncing their British Citizenship, if that will help restore the much needed peace in the Royal Family. Meghan has stated “this is our consideration at the moment.”

From the outset, Meghan, as an American actress and biracial woman, faced an unprecedented level of scrutiny and criticism from certain segments of the British press and public. The couple’s relationship was constantly under the magnifying glass, with tabloids frequently publishing invasive and often false stories about Meghan’s background, family, and behavior.

Following their wedding in May 2018, the couple faced even more intense scrutiny. Rather than being welcomed with open arms, Meghan often found herself vilified in the media, with headlines often dripping with racial undertones and unfounded rumors. The Royal Family’s response to this onslaught of negative press was largely perceived as inadequate, with many feeling that they could have done more to publicly support Meghan and condemn the racism and misogyny she faced.

The situation worsened when Harry and Meghan announced their decision to step back as senior members of the Royal Family in January 2020. This move, which became known as “Megxit,” sent shockwaves through the monarchy and the public. Despite expressing their desire to continue serving the Queen and the Commonwealth in a more independent capacity, the couple faced backlash from both the media and certain members of the Royal Family.

In the aftermath of their decision, there were reports of strained relations between Harry, Meghan, and other members of the Royal Family. The couple’s every move was scrutinized, with tabloids and commentators quick to paint them as rebellious and disrespectful.

The couple’s attempts to carve out a new path for themselves were met with further obstacles. They faced restrictions on their ability to use their royal titles, were barred from carrying out official duties on behalf of the Queen, and were even excluded from certain family events and functions.

The breaking point seemed to come with the airing of Harry and Meghan’s explosive interview with Oprah Winfrey in March 2021. In the interview, the couple made shocking allegations of racism and neglect within the Royal Family, including concerns over the color of their son Archie’s skin and Meghan’s struggles with mental health. The interview sent shockwaves through the monarchy and further strained relations between Harry, Meghan, and the rest of the Royal Family.

Overall, the treatment of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle by the British Royal Family can be characterized as dismissive, disrespectful, and at times outright hostile. Their experiences highlight deep-seated issues within the institution, including racism, sexism, and a resistance to change.

The Royal Family must do everything to make sure Prince Harry and his family are not lost due to some seemingly irreconsilable difference. In the words of Meghan Markle “We will gladly let them be because the embarrassement is becoming too much and the hate, unbearable.”