Exclusive
ALL FOR SHOW
I know why Meghan and Harry are ‘desperate’ to wade into US politics – but it’s a big danger for them, warns expert
Sussexes already accused of 'violating' the terms of their Megxit deal
PRINCE Harry and Meghan Markle are desperate to wade in on US politics for one reason, an expert has claimed.
Hugo Vickers warned the Sussexes that any public move they make to join in on the current, very heated, run-up to the US election is extremely dangerous for them.
2
2
The pair are still supposed to remain neutral when it comes to politics, despite quitting the Royal Family.
But on Tuesday, they got their Archewell team to send letters out to unregistered voters asking them to have their say when polls open in November.
Harry and Meghan know the "danger" of publicly speaking out - but "desperately staying relevant" is more important, says Hugo.
He told The Sun: "It's a big danger issue for them.
read more royals
"I think that everything they do is a desperate attempt to keep relevant and keep themselves in the news.
"You could say it's very trivial to put out a notice saying: 'Go out and vote,' we know people should do that.
"It's not really up to them to tell the American population how they should spend their time, or what they should do at all.
"But in that respect I do see them sort of once again, weighing in and seeking publicity, because that's how they stay relevant.
Most read in Royals
"They've moved into this kind of celebrity status situation, whereby they must always be attracting news comments, otherwise they disappear.
"But they definitely should not be dabbling in any kind of politics, least of all American politics. They have really no right to do it."
Meghan Markle will be eaten alive if she gets into American politics - she thinks she can do it, but Democrats will run a mile
It comes after the Sussexes were already accused of "violating" the terms of their Megxit deal after pledging to “uphold the values of Her Majesty”.
Hugo added: "It was made quite clear when they left [the Royal Family] that they should not be dabbling in politics.
"I think they accepted that at the time, and whatever you say, even though they don't endorse one particular candidate, they are now dabbling in politics.
"So it's very serious. I think you'll find they'll probably jump in on any kind of relevant issue that they can get their hands on in order to keep themselves in the public eye.
"It won't please the British Royal Family at all, who scrupulously keep out of politics.
"They're in enough trouble as it is. It's just not right what they've done. It's just not right to do that. They shouldn't do it."
Harry and Meghan's recent project start-ups to keep them 'relevant'
The couple recently launched their newest venture The Parents Network to help support families who have lost their children to online harm and abuse.
Meghan is also in the process of starting up American Riviera Orchard - her new lifestyle brand selling jams.
Last Monday, Netflix also dropped the teaser for their latest documentary POLO.
And Harry's bombshell memoir Spare is set for a second release, this time in paperback, in an attempt to make more money and "dredge everything back up".
Harry and Meg's Archewell foundation said on Tuesday: “Voting is not just a right; it’s a fundamental way to influence the fate of our communities.
“At The Archewell Foundation, we recognise that civic engagement, no matter one’s political party, is at the heart of a more just and equitable world.
"By participating in initiatives like this, we aim to amplify the message that every voice matters.
"Together, let’s make sure every eligible voter is informed and empowered to participate in shaping America’s future."
However, the statement stopped short of endorsing a candidate and the couple remain publicly neutral, reports
The pair were recently accused of backing Joe Biden in the last US election.
In a video statement from the garden of their Montecito mansion, which they had only just moved into at the time, the duke and duchess called the presidential election “the most important of our life”.
Harry also went on to urge voters to “reject hate speech, misinformation and online negativity”.
It comes after Harry and Meg participated in years of spats with Donald Trump - spanning back to 2016.
During a late-night talk show appearance eight years ago, the former actress called Trump "misogynistic" and "divisive," suggesting she might move to Canada if he won the presidency.
READ MORE SUN STORIES
In response, Trump labelled her as "nasty" in a 2019 interview, and their exchanges continued to escalate over the years.
Harry then criticised Trump during a prank call in 2020, while the Republican threatened to deny the couple US security costs after they moved to Los Angeles.
Topics