In the Trump household, opinions are often quite binary—things are either highly praised or harshly criticized. During a recent remark, Eric Trump referred to Meghan Markle as “unpopular,” seemingly as a major insult. This comment was made while he criticized Markle and her husband, Prince Harry, who have relocated from the UK to the U.S. Eric characterized Harry as “one black sheep who doesn’t exactly know where he is, led by a wife that is pretty unpopular.” There seems to be mixed feelings about Markle’s persona among those familiar with her.
Eric Trump didn’t stop there; he took the opportunity to compare the royal couples. He shared complimentary sentiments about Prince William and Kate Middleton, stating that Kate has “conducted herself incredibly well” and that William has not made any significant errors.
Donald Trump may try to make Meghan and Harry leave
After leaving the UK, Meghan Markle and Prince Harry found a new home in the U.S., requiring Harry to secure immigration documentation as he isn’t an American citizen. Certain right-wing critics appear to be challenging his residency, citing Harry’s previous admission of using illegal substances as grounds for deportation, likely hoping to take Markle with him. Donald Trump fueled these notions during his presidential campaign, suggesting that if Harry lied about his drug use, “appropriate action” should follow (as reported by Newsweek). With Trump aiming for a return to the White House, his intentions regarding Harry and Meghan’s continued presence in the U.S. remain ambiguous.
While Eric Trump questions Markle’s popularity, he shows less concern for Harry’s past drug use, stating, “Truthfully I don’t give a damn about Prince Harry and I don’t think this country does either.” Despite typically aligning with his father’s views, Eric diverged this time. He expressed admiration for the royal family but criticized Harry’s choices, noting, “The monarchy is a beautiful thing. I think Harry’s done a huge detriment to it.” He acknowledged Harry’s difficulties adjusting in the U.S. but emphasized the royal family’s strong legacy. Determining Harry and Meghan’s standing in America is complex, yet it appears they won’t be receiving any favorable sentiments from Eric Trump anytime soon.