Judge Expected to Release Prince Harry's Visa Records Amid Drug Use Controversy

A federal judge indicated he is likely to order the release of Prince Harry's immigration files, which could determine whether he lawfully obtained a US visa or misrepresented his past drug use, as detailed in his memoir 'Spare.' During a recent hearing, Judge Carl J. Nichols emphasized the need for maximum disclosure while considering privacy laws that protect the Duke. The case was initiated by the conservative Heritage Foundation, which sued the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) after a Freedom of Information request was denied. Nichols acknowledged that previous rulings were based on DHS declarations rather than a personal review of the immigration files, prompting this reassessment. Although DHS lawyers claimed that any redactions would render the documents meaningless, Nichols plans to analyze the proposed redactions in stages. The outcome could lead to significant revelations about Harry's visa application process and drug use admissions.