The Heritage Foundation remains steadfast in its legal pursuit of Prince Harry, continuing to demand transparency regarding his U.S. visa application and immigration status. The conservative think tank has been pushing for the release of records that could clarify whether the Duke of Sussex disclosed his past drug use when applying for residency in the United States. Their argument hinges on the claim that public interest warrants the disclosure, given Prince Harry’s high-profile status and his own admissions about drug use in his memoir, Spare.
The legal battle intensified after Prince Harry openly discussed experimenting with substances such as cocaine, marijuana, and psychedelics. The Heritage Foundation contends that, under U.S. immigration laws, such admissions could potentially impact visa eligibility. They have filed Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests to access relevant records, but the U.S. government has so far resisted releasing them, citing privacy protections. The case has since escalated, with legal experts weighing in on whether the government should make an exception due to the public nature of Harry’s confessions.
Despite setbacks, the Heritage Foundation remains committed to pressing the issue, emphasizing that their pursuit is not about targeting Prince Harry personally but rather ensuring that immigration laws are applied consistently. The controversy has sparked debates about celebrity privilege, privacy rights, and the potential political motivations behind the foundation’s efforts. As legal proceedings continue, the case could set a precedent for how immigration transparency is handled for high-profile individuals in the U.S.