While King Charles’ cancer treatment is going on, Prince William has become increasingly prominent in royal affairs and, according to insiders, maybe he is asserting more control over the future of the monarchy, as per an In Touch report. “The King-in-Waiting” Takes ChargeA former BBC royal correspondent Jennie Bond said, “William’s voice and influence have become louder and more pronounced in recent years,” adding, “He is now very much the king in waiting, and his views of how the monarchy should adapt and evolve are being listened to,” quoted In Touch report.
Deepening Rift or Difference in Vision?As per some In Touch report insiders, both father and son simply have opposing opinions on how to handle certain key issues, while other insiders highlighted that the royal rift goes much deeper, and a tense battle over the crown is underway, reported In Tocuh.
Author Omid Scobie had written in his book, ‘Endgame’, that the “brewing power struggle between the favored prince and the unpopular king is Shakespearean — a familial tug-of-war waged both onstage and off that has the potential to unravel the monarchical tapestry,” as quoted in the report.William’s Power on Royal IssuesBond shared, “I believe William was a significant voice in how Prince Harry and Meghan should be treated, and also in how his uncle, Andrew, should be dealt with,” quoted In Touch.
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One of the insiders told In Touch that, “As soon as Charles bestowed more responsibility on him, William seized the opportunity to make decisions that he feels will benefit the Crown,” adding that he’s focused on “trimming the fat” and monitoring spending like never before, reported In Touch. The insider emphasized that “The word is he’s already on his way to being the toughest ruler the family has ever seen,” quoted In Touch.FAQsAre King Charles and Prince William getting along?
They share responsibilities, but insiders suggest they have very different views on certain royal issues — and the tension may be growing.
What kind of changes is William making?
Sources say William is cutting unnecessary spending and taking a firmer stance on controversial figures like Prince Andrew and Harry.