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Prince Harry faces scrutiny over his US visa after admitting past drug use. A court has ordered his immigration records released, potentially jeopardizing his residency if discrepancies are found.
UPDATED: Mar 18, 2025 23:21 IST
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle often find themselves in the spotlight, and now the Duke of Sussex is under legal scrutiny for past drug use. While Meghan frequently headlines, Harry's controversies are equally notable.
Why is Prince Harry in legal trouble?
A US court has ordered the release of Prince Harry's visa application documents after concerns were raised about his history of drug use. Judge Carl Nichols ruled that the files must be made public by Tuesday, March 18, following a Freedom of Information (FOI) request filed by the Heritage Foundation, a conservative US think tank.
The controversy stems from Prince Harry's memoir, Spare, in which he confessed to using cocaine, marijuana, and psychedelic mushrooms. The Heritage Foundation is questioning how he was granted entry into the US in 2020 making these confessions. The court case against the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is ongoing and could have far-reaching implications for Harry's stay in the US.
Could Prince Harry be forced to leave US?
If Prince Harry lied about his drug history on his visa application, he could face serious consequences, including the potential revocation of his visa. The Heritage Foundation argues that the public has a right to know if immigration laws were applied fairly in his case.
As the situation develops, let's revisit some of Prince Harry's notable controversies over the years.
Prince Harry’s Biggest Controversies
1. The Nazi costume scandal (2005)
One of Harry’s most infamous incidents occurred when he wore a Nazi uniform to a costume party at the age of 20. In Spare, he claimed Prince William and Kate Middleton approved the outfit and even laughed about it.
2. Physical altercation with Prince William (2019)
In Spare, Harry alleged that Prince William physically attacked him during a heated argument over Meghan Markle. He claimed William grabbed him, broke his necklace, and pushed him onto a dog bowl, causing injuries.
3. Wild Las Vegas night (2012)
Harry made headlines when nude photos of him surfaced from a strip billiards game at a Las Vegas hotel. The images, leaked to TMZ, caused an international media frenzy.
4. Publicly kissing a mystery woman (2001)
In his early 20s, Harry was photographed passionately kissing a mystery woman on the roof of a vintage Volkswagen. The images quickly spread, reinforcing his "party prince" reputation.
5. One-day rehab stint
After reports of underage drinking and drug use, Prince Charles arranged for Harry to visit a rehabilitation center for a day to serve as a wake-up call. The Palace later confirmed the visit but declined further comment.
6. Brawl with a photographer (2004)
Harry was involved in a scuffle with photographers outside a London nightclub. Reports suggest he lashed out after being struck by a camera, leaving one photographer with a cut lip.
7. Breaking royal PDA protocol
Harry openly displayed affection with his then-girlfriend Chelsy Davy, ignoring strict royal protocols against public displays of affection.
Published By:
Rivanshi Rakhrai
Published On:
Mar 18, 2025
