So now, Meghan Markle, former actress turned Duchess turned potential political powerhouse. I know, I know, it sounds like the plot of a Netflix series that got canceled after one season, but here we are, living in a world where reality is stranger than fiction. Let’s start with the basics, shall we?
Our dear Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, has been making waves ever since she and Prince Harry decided to ditch the royal life faster than you could say tea and crumpets. They packed up their tiaras, waved goodbye to the corgis, and set sail for the land of opportunity. And boy oh boy, has Meghan been seizing those opportunities left and right. But hold on to your fascinators because this latest development is more shocking than finding out the Queen secretly loves binge-watching *Keeping Up with the Kardashians*. Okay, that’s not true, but can you imagine?
Word on the street is that Meghan’s got her sight set on the political arena. And not just any old city council seat, no, no, no, we’re talking White House-level ambition here. Now, before we get too carried away, let’s take a step back and look at the facts—or, well, the facts as reported by various royal commentators who seem to have more opinions than a Facebook mom group discussing vaccine efficacy.
According to these esteemed experts, Meghan’s been cooking up a plan to dip her designer-clad toes into the murky waters of American politics. First up, we’ve got Natasha Livingstone, a royal commentator who’s probably spent more time analyzing Meghan’s every move than Meghan has spent actually making those moves. Livingstone’s got a warning hotter than a freshly brewed cup of Earl Grey: if Meghan keeps her royal titles while pursuing a political career, it’ll be a real headache for the royal family.
Now, let’s be real for a second. The royal family’s got 99 problems, and Meghan Markle is just one of them. Between Prince Andrew’s, let’s call them, indiscretions and the never-ending drama of who said what about whom in which book, I’d say Meghan’s political aspirations are about as concerning to them as a fly on a horse’s backside. But sure, let’s pretend this is the thing that’s going to give old King Charles a migraine.
Livingstone goes on to say that having a royal title associated with any political office would be a nightmare for the royals because, you know, the British monarchy has never ever been involved in politics before. It’s not like they ruled over an empire or anything. Oh, wait.
But here’s where it gets really interesting, folks. Enter Kinsey Schofield, an American royal reporter who’s apparently got the inside scoop on Meghan’s plans. According to Schofield, Meghan wants to be involved in this year’s US presidential election. And not just involved in a “hey, don’t forget to vote” kind of way. No, we’re talking full-on endorsement territory.
The plot thickens when we learn that Meghan’s got her eye on none other than Vice President Kamala Harris. Now, I don’t know about you, but I’m getting some serious *House of Cards* vibes here. Is Meghan planning to be the Claire Underwood to Kamala’s Frank, minus all the murder and general sketchiness, of course? At least, we hope.
Schofield claims that Meghan and Kamala have a friendly relationship, which in political speak could mean anything from “they smiled at each other across a crowded room once” to “they have matching friendship bracelets and a secret handshake.” But apparently, this budding friendship could be Meghan’s golden ticket into the world of American politics.
Now let’s talk about Joe Biden for a hot second. The man decided to pull a Houdini and disappear from the presidential race faster than you could say malarkey. And in swoops Kamala Harris, ready to take center stage. According to Schofield, this could be a great way for Meghan to get her foot in the door. I mean, sure, why not? It’s not like Meghan’s got any actual political experience or anything, but hey, she was on *Suits*, and if that doesn’t prepare you for the cutthroat world of American politics, I don’t know what does. Plus, she’s already got some practice in dealing with a dysfunctional family, so Congress should be a breeze.
But wait, there’s more. Apparently, Meghan got some political street cred from way back in 2020. She worked with a squad of female political heavyweights like Michelle Obama, Hillary Clinton, and Kamala Harris herself to encourage American women to vote. Because nothing says “I’m ready for the White House” like telling people to do their civic duty.
And if you’re thinking, “But surely no one would actually be influenced by what Meghan Markle thinks about politics,” well, buckle up, buttercup, because you’re in for a surprise. According to a Newsweek poll, 40% of people would be influenced by an endorsement from the Sussexes. That’s right, folks. In a world where we have instant access to all the information we could ever need, 40% of people are apparently waiting with bated breath to hear what a former actress and her prince charming think about a complex political issue.
But let’s not forget about Prince Harry in all this. He’s not just sitting on the sidelines, twiddling his thumbs and wondering if he should have stayed in Britain. No, sir. He’s right there with Meghan, making subtle—and by subtle, I mean about as subtle as a foghorn—political statements. During a Time 100 event, the dynamic duo apparently said Americans deserve change. Wow, what a bold and unprecedented statement. I’m sure no politician has ever thought of using the concept of change before. Groundbreaking stuff, really.
Now you might be thinking, “But what about the royal family’s strict no-politics rule?” Well, my dear friends, it seems Meghan and Harry have decided to treat that rule the same way most of us treat New Year’s resolutions: acknowledge its existence for about 5 minutes and pretend it never happened.
But here’s where it gets really spicy. Schofield suggests that publicly endorsing Kamala Harris could be Meghan’s first step in the door to her own political career. Because nothing says “I’m ready to lead the free world” like piggybacking on someone else’s campaign, right? And apparently, Kamala would welcome this endorsement with open arms. As Schofield so eloquently puts it, “All press is good press at this point,” which, if we’re being honest, is probably not the motto you want to have when you’re running for the highest office in the land. But hey, desperate times call for desperate measures, and if that means embracing the Markle sparkle, then so be it.
But hold on to your horses because not everyone’s buying what Meghan’s selling. Remember our friend Nile Gardiner, former aide to the Iron Lady herself, Margaret Thatcher? Well, he’s got some choice words for the Sussexes. According to him, Meghan and Harry are two of the most unpopular figures in the US today. Ouch, that’s got to sting more than the time Harry probably tried to make his own tea for the first time.
However, before we write off Meghan’s political aspirations completely, let’s look at some more numbers. That same Newsweek poll that said 40% of people would be influenced by the Sussexes also found that Meghan has a net approval rating of plus 32. Only 13% of American adults view her negatively. Now, I’m no math wizard, but those numbers seem pretty good to me. Maybe Meghan’s on to something after all.
But let’s not get ahead of ourselves. While Meghan Markle might be riding high on a wave of lukewarm approval, Kamala Harris isn’t exactly setting the political world on fire. A recent New York Times and Siena College poll put Harris one percentage point behind Donald Trump. Yes, you heard that right. The woman who could potentially be the first female president of the United States is trailing behind a man who, well, let’s just say he’s had his fair share of controversies.
So what does this mean for Meghan’s political future? Well, if I had a crystal ball, I’d probably be using it to predict lottery numbers instead of royal career moves. But here’s my two cents: Meghan Markle entering the political arena would be like throwing a glitter bomb into an already chaotic situation. It would be messy, probably ill-advised, but damn if it wouldn’t be entertaining to watch.
Think about it. We could have press conferences where Meghan explains complex foreign policy while Harry stands in the background looking slightly confused but supportive. We could have the State of the Union address delivered in perfect *Suits* monologue style. We could have diplomatic meetings where other world leaders are left wondering if they should bow, curtsy, or just go in for a hug.
But jokes aside, let’s consider the reality of the situation. Meghan Markle, for all her faults and virtues, represents something unique about American politics. She’s a woman of color who’s experienced life at the highest echelons of one of the world’s most traditional institutions. She’s seen firsthand the effects of systemic racism and sexism, and she’s got the platform to speak about it. On the other hand, she’s also a former actress with zero political experience who’s more famous for her marriage than her accomplishments. Is that really the kind of person we want shaping policy and representing our country on the world stage?
The truth is, Meghan Markle’s potential foray into politics is a Rorschach test for how we view celebrity, politics, and the intersection of the two. To some, she’s a breath of fresh air in a stale political landscape. To others, she’s the embodiment of everything wrong with our celebrity-obsessed culture. But here’s the kicker: whether we like it or not, Meghan Markle has influence. That Newsweek poll doesn’t lie. People are listening to what she has to say, and in a political landscape where attention is currency, that makes her a force to be reckoned with.
So what’s the verdict? Is Meghan Markle really going to swap her tiara for a pantsuit and make a run for the White House? Only time will tell. But one thing’s for sure: if she does, it’ll be a political circus unlike anything we’ve ever seen before. In the meantime, we’ll just have to wait and see.
Will Meghan endorse Kamala? Will she keep her royal title? Will Harry ever figure out how American appliances work? These are the burning questions of our time, people. As for me, I’ll be here, watching it all unfold with a bucket of popcorn and a healthy dose of skepticism. Because in the wild world of celebrity politics, the only thing we can be sure of is that nothing is ever as it seems.
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