Lawbreaking: Meghan Markle’s Political Move Sparks Controversy

Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, has ignited a firestorm of criticism after using her royal title in a letter addressed to US politicians.

Royal fans are fuming over what they perceive as a breach of protocol, as members of the royal family are traditionally expected to refrain from involvement in political matters.

On Wednesday, Meghan sent a letter to Nancy Pelosi, the Speaker of the US House of Representatives, and Charles Schumer, the Majority Leader of the US Senate, advocating for paid parental leave.

In the letter, she disclosed the challenges she and Prince Harry faced while juggling childcare and their professional lives following the birth of their daughter, Lilibet, in June.

However, social media erupted with outrage at Meghan's use of her royal title, particularly in light of the couple's departure from the royal family last year and the political nature of the letter.

One Twitter user questioned why she would employ her title in America to make a political statement, deeming it both absurd and inappropriate for a British royal.

Others expressed similar sentiments, stating that they would have no issue with her letter if she were not leveraging her title for influence.

Since their contentious split from the royal family, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex have continued to utilize their titles.

However, they are no longer permitted to use the HRH (His/Her Royal Highness) designation, which they have not employed since last year.

Nevertheless, the couple continues to leverage their public profiles to champion causes they deem worthy of support.

Meghan's recent letter, in collaboration with the campaign group Paid Leave For All, is just the latest example of the Sussexes using their platform to advocate for change.

In January 2020, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle announced their decision to step down as senior members of the royal family.

They subsequently relocated to Los Angeles to lead private lives as US citizens.

Their agreement with Queen Elizabeth prohibits them from using their HRH titles, as Her Majesty reportedly does not trust them to handle the titles responsibly.

Furthermore, the couple has been barred from using the brand Sussex Royal, which was their social media handle.

These accounts have remained inactive since spring 2020.

In a rare political statement, Meghan Markle penned a heartfelt letter to House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer.

The 1,030-word letter, shared with sympathetic media outlets, appealed for consideration on behalf of her family, including her children Archie and Lily and her husband Prince Harry.

The letter was written on the Sussexes' new post-royal letterhead, prominently displaying their titles but omitting their official royal monograms.

In the letter, the Duchess recounted her humble beginnings and the struggles her family faced during her childhood.

Earlier this month, Harry and Meghan announced their partnership with Ethic, a sustainable investment firm on Wall Street, as Impact Partners.

They expressed their belief in the importance of inclusive decision-making and their commitment to addressing global issues through innovative investing.

Prior to joining forces with Ethic, the couple embarked on a three-day tour of New York City, engaging in discussions with US Ambassador to the United Nations Linda Thomas-Greenfield, where topics such as racial justice, the COVID-19 pandemic, and mental health were likely on the agenda.

They also made a visit to the World Health Organization's offices, where they met with Chelsea Clinton and various health experts.

Meghan Markle's recent foray into politics has stirred up considerable controversy, leaving royal fans divided and questioning the appropriateness of her actions.

As the Duke and Duchess of Sussex continue to utilize their public platforms to advocate for causes close to their hearts, the debate surrounding their use of titles and involvement in political matters shows no signs of abating.