"He’s a good man”- Donald Trump Shakes Hand With Prince Harry’s UK Counterpart Leaving the Sussexes in the Cold, Yet Again
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle might be having a tough time since Donald Trump took office, given his public criticism and threats to deport the Duke, or so said the reports. However, it seems Trump is making amends with another royal from 'The Firm' Prince William. In a recent meeting, Trump was seen shaking hands with the Prince of Wales, making it clear where his loyalties lie amidst the royal feud. Guess fans could say Trump is "royally" playing favorites.
Needless to say, this would have come as a shocker to the Sussexes, now that Donald Trump has taken over the US Administration as its newest Gen Z-coded president-elect.
Donald Trump is all smiles with Prince William having dismissed his US estranged family
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According to BBC, Prince William, the Prince of Wales, met US President-elect Donald Trump in Paris during the ceremonial reopening of Notre Dame Cathedral. The pair shook hands at the ceremony and later met privately, with Trump praising William as he said, "He's a good man" doing a "fantastic job". This meeting comes amidst Trump's past criticisms of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, who have been living in California.
French President Emmanuel Macron delivered a speech during the event, emphasizing the importance of "treasuring this lesson of fragility, humility and will" in the restoration of Notre Dame. The cathedral's restoration marks a significant milestone five years after the devastating fire. Prince William's meeting with Trump highlights the complex dynamics within the royal family and their interactions with global leaders.
The 2nd time President-elect has, in fact, never held back when it comes to criticizing the Sussex duo. Following suit is his son, Eric Trump, who has also picked up on the same practice.
Things Donald Trump and his kin has said of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle
Donald Trump and his son Eric have been openly critical of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. Eric Trump has described the couple as "unpopular" and questioned Prince Harry's popularity amid his visa controversy. Donald Trump has also weighed in, stating that Prince Harry "betrayed the queen" by stepping back from the royal family, an action he deemed "unforgivable".
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Eric Trump's comments, combined with his father's harsh words, suggest that the Trump family's alliance with Prince William, whom Prince Harry called his "arch-nemesis," in the bombshell memoir, Spare, may indicate challenging times ahead for the Sussex couple. With Donald Trump's potential influence looming, the situation could become even more complicated, potentially straining the couple's relationship with the Trump administration.
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Edited By: Aliza Siddiqui
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