Fresh reports suggest that Prince William may take a far tougher stance toward Prince Harry and Meghan Markle once he eventually becomes king. According to an insider quoted in a recent report, the future monarch is increasingly frustrated by what he sees as the couple continuing to benefit from their royal status while publicly criticizing the institution they stepped away from.
The source claims William believes the situation cannot continue indefinitely. “It enrages him that they’re being allowed to trade off royal status and bad-mouth the institution at the same time,” the insider alleged. The report suggests William has privately indicated that once he takes the throne, one of his priorities would be to remove the Duke and Duchess titles currently held by Harry and Meghan.
The claim also suggests the decision would address what William reportedly sees as a long-standing issue that King Charles III has so far chosen not to act on.
Kate reportedly upset over the couple’s latest trip
The same report says Catherine, Princess of Wales is also unhappy about Harry and Meghan’s recent trip to Jordan, which some outlets described as resembling a “pseudo-royal” tour.
According to the insider, Kate feels the couple continue to present themselves in a royal-style role despite stepping back from official duties. The timing of the visit reportedly frustrated her even more, as the wider royal family has recently faced renewed scrutiny connected to Prince Andrew.
The source claimed Kate believes Meghan played a leading role in planning the visit and said she was surprised Harry did not anticipate how it might be perceived by the family. Even so, the report insists Kate has not completely ruled out reconciliation between the brothers, though tensions are said to remain high.
Sussexes reportedly confident about their image
While the Prince and Princess of Wales are said to be frustrated, the same insider claimed Harry and Meghan view the situation very differently. According to the report, the couple believes their international appearances and humanitarian work are strengthening their public image at a time when the monarchy itself has faced criticism.
The source alleged Meghan in particular feels the trip highlighted their ability to operate independently while maintaining global attention. In that view, the visit was part humanitarian mission and part effort to position themselves as a more modern public-facing alternative linked to the royal brand.
The insider also suggested Harry believes their ongoing work abroad could eventually demonstrate their value to the wider family. However, the report claims that behind the scenes, frustration from William has not subsided and remains a major obstacle to repairing the relationship between the brothers.
