Boris Johnson Invites Harry & Meghan Back, Security Hurdles Remain

0:00On March 26, Boris Johnson, who led Britain through Brexit as Prime Minister, now regrets his failure to talk Prince Harry out of stepping back from. World duties and what became known as Migsit. Back in 2020, when Harry and Meghan decided to move to North America, Johnson urged the Prince to stay and focus on good causes in the UK. Despite his charm, Johnson admits he got nowhere, and he's now publicly inviting the couple to return with their heads held high. Harry has cited the loss of taxpayer-funded armed police protection as a major barrier to bringing Meghan, six-year-old Archie, and four-year-old. Lilabet back to Britain, he lost the court challenge against the home office last year over reinstating it, calling it an establishment setup. Officials did approve a full-risk assessment late last year, with a decision committee set to meet soon after. We actions are mixed, with some seeing the security denial as spiteful toward a former soldier like Harry. A close friend of the Prince argues that other royals get protection without comparable service, and forcing private payment feels unfair.

1:03Meanwhile, civil servants from key government offices worry about public backlash if taxpayers foot the bill during the couple's UK visits. New reports reveal officials on the Royal Security Committee are pushing back against funding protection, citing high political risks. There's also talk of Project Thaw, an effort by politicians and palace figures to encourage the Sussexes returned, but its facing resistance from. These bureaucrats who aim to represent public sentiment. As the debate simmers, the couple's future UK ties hang on resolving the security questions, leaving their potential comeback in limbo for now.