The Title Protocol vs. The Racism Allegation
The most explosive moment of the interview involved their son, Archie. Meghan alleged that while she was pregnant, there were concerns within the family about his skin color and a desire to deny him the title of “Prince,” suggesting a break from established protocol.
Royal experts, however, pointed out that the 1917 Letters Patent (the rules governing royal titles) stipulated that Archie would only automatically become a Prince when his grandfather, Charles, became King. At the time of the interview, he was entitled to be the Earl of Dumbarton—a title the couple reportedly chose not to use. The narrative that Archie was specifically targeted was seen by many as a misunderstanding (or misrepresentation) of century-old succession laws rather than a personal slight.
The Security and the Taxpayer Burden
A significant portion of the interview was dedicated to the couple’s fear for their safety after their security was “pulled.” Meghan suggested that the Palace was responsible for this removal.
In reality, security for the royal family is determined by the Home Office (RAVEC) and funded by British taxpayers. Since the couple were no longer “working royals” and had moved to North America, they no longer met the criteria for state-funded protection. Their status as “Internationally Protected Persons” would have forced Canadian or American taxpayers to pick up the bill—a move that sparked significant political pushback in both countries.
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