Prince Harry says he was singled out for inferior treatment in UK security appeal
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Prince Harry Challenges UK Security Downgrade in Appeal Court
Above: The Duke of Sussex, Prince Harry, arrives at the Royal Courts of Justice in London, United Kingdom on April 8, 2025, Image copyright: Ilyas Tayfun Salci/Anadolu/Contributor via Getty Images
The Spin
Left narrative
Prince Harry isn’t asking for special treatment — he’s demanding fairness. Harry was stripped of police protection for stepping back from royal duties, while others, like Prince Andrew, kept theirs despite scandal. As a high-profile target and veteran, Harry faces real threats. This appeal isn’t about ego — it’s about ensuring his family’s safety in a system riddled with double standards.
Right narrative
Prince Harry’s relentless bid to restore taxpayer-funded police protection, despite abandoning royal duties, reeks of entitlement. His appeal — rightly dismissed — wasn’t about safety, but about sticking the British public with his financial and legal bills. For a multimillionaire to try shifting costs onto ordinary taxpayers is out of touch and disgraceful.