The US government has argued in court that Prince Harry‘s admissions in his memoir about taking drugs are not solid proof that he actually did, suggesting it could have been a ploy to ‘sell books.’ This came as a Washington DC-based think tank, the Heritage Foundation, sought access to Harry’s visa application to investigate if he had lied about drug use.

John Bardo, representing the Department of Homeland Security, emphasized that Harry’s book ‘Spare’ cannot be considered as sworn testimony or proof of drug use. He stated, « Just saying something in a book doesn’t make it true. » Bardo also pointed out that people often say things to sell books, implying that Harry’s admissions may not necessarily reflect the truth.

The case revolves around the release of the Duke of Sussex‘s US immigration files, with the Heritage Foundation suing to obtain access to these documents. They introduced a transcript of Harry’s interview on Good Morning America where he discussed the possibility of seeking US citizenship, adding weight to their case for accessing his immigration files.

The court filing by Heritage highlighted the media coverage questioning whether the Department of Homeland Security properly admitted Prince Harry, considering his public admissions of drug use. The organization is seeking to determine if Harry disclosed his drug use when applying for a US visa and whether he received any special treatment or waivers.

Harry’s immigration files under scrutiny

When applying for a US visa, individuals are asked about past drug abuse and violations related to controlled substances. The foundation wants to ascertain if Harry truthfully disclosed his drug use on his visa application and whether any special treatment was given in response.

The Duke’s admission in his memoir about using marijuana, cocaine, and magic mushrooms has sparked public interest, with the foundation arguing that the release of his immigration documents is of immense public interest.

The case is being heard in the federal court in Washington DC, and a ruling is expected in the coming weeks. Despite living in California since 2020, Prince Harry was not present in court for the proceedings. Overall, the case raises questions about the veracity of personal admissions in memoirs and the transparency of immigration processes for high-profile individuals.