Meghan Markle and Prince Harry are gearing up for a hectic week as they strive to maintain the spotlight on Brand Sussex, as per insights from a royal expert.
Jack Royston, a correspondent for Newsweek, took to Twitter to reveal the couple’s packed schedule, including engagements with Wired magazine, the Intrepid Sea, Air and Space Museum Awards in New York, and an appearance on the New York Times Deal book audio series for Meghan on November 9.
The news of their busy week comes amidst revelations that Meghan personally reached out to Republican senators, urging them to support the reinsertion of paid family leave into a significant social spending and climate policy bill worth £1.3 billion.
Reports indicate that Meghan contacted West Virginia Senator Shelley Moore Capito, who initially mistook her for another senator due to the blocked caller ID.
Similarly, moderate Republican Susan Collins received a call from Meghan while at the gym, expressing surprise at the use of her royal title in the introduction.
While some Americans may align with Meghan’s stance on paid family leave, criticism has emerged regarding her utilization of the Duchess of Sussex title in a letter addressed to top congressional leaders advocating for the cause.
Despite sharing sentiments with Meghan on the issue, individuals on both sides of the Atlantic have raised concerns about what they perceive as pretentiousness and historical insensitivity in leveraging her British royal connection to influence American political matters.
The backlash intensified following the publication of a 1030-word letter signed by Meghan as “Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex” on official letterhead from the Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s office.
Social media platforms buzzed with disapproval over Meghan’s continued integration of her royal title in social advocacy efforts post her and Prince Harry’s separation from the royal family last year.
Critics questioned the appropriateness of a British royal engaging in American politics, with one Twitter user dubbing it as “ridiculous” and “highly inappropriate.”
In a recent video appearance where Meghan read her children’s book “The Bench” for Brightly Story Time, she introduced herself as “Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex.”
While some supporters found this introduction fitting given her status, others criticized the move, questioning whether other royal figures like Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, or Sophie, Countess of Wessex, would similarly emphasize their titles in such settings.
The debate surrounding Meghan’s use of her royal title in various contexts underscores the ongoing scrutiny and mixed reactions she encounters as she navigates her public roles.
As the Duchess of Sussex continues to engage in advocacy work and public appearances, the intersection of her personal identity and royal affiliation remains a subject of discussion and contention among observers and supporters alike.
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