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Trump on Harry and Meghan return
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The gist
Trump said he's 'happy' Harry and Meghan left the US, calling them 'disrespectful' to royals.
His criticism highlights ongoing royal tensions as the couple returns to the UK.
Background
Prince Harry and Meghan, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, moved back to the UK after living in California for six years. Their departure from royal duties in 2020 was marked by tensions with the royal family. Trump has a long history of admiration for the monarchy, having known Queen Elizabeth II and King Charles, and has previously criticized the couple.
How it unfolded
- early 2020Harry and Meghan stepped back from royal duties and moved to California.
- Jul 2026The couple met King Charles and Queen Camilla during a trip to the UK.
- last weekHarry and Meghan moved back to the UK for an extended period.
- Sep 2, 2026Trump commented on their return, saying he was 'happy' and that they treated the royal family with 'great disrespect'.
Who’s saying what
- Trump
- He said he was not a fan and would not have taken them back if he were the royal family.
- Public
- Some commentators noted Trump's comments matched his long-held criticism of the couple.
Still unverified
Speculation about how long Harry and Meghan will stay in the UK and where they will live remains unconfirmed.