It seems the game of thrones is afoot, as royal insiders believe heir apparent Prince William is setting up the groundwork for his time as King as his father, King Charles, battles cancer.
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Alleged palace insiders reveal that the 42-year-old Prince of Wales is introducing major reforms, marking a significant change in royal leadership. William “has never been more influential” than now, the reported sources told InTouch Weekly, as King Charles, 76, relies more and more on the future King. It seems Charles is “now bestowing more responsibility on [William] and by all accounts is acknowledging that his time to rule will be sooner, rather than later.”
In what the supposed insider calls “an arc ripped from a Shakespearean play,” Prince William “is seizing the opportunity” of the ailing King “to make decisions that he feels will benefit the Crown in the long run.”
Prince William is allegedly making decisive moves. He reportedly labeled his brother, Prince Harry, his sister-in-law, Meghan Markle, and his uncle, Prince Andrew, as non gratae.
“It’s no secret that anyone who pushes back against him will be swiftly shown the door,” a palace source insisted to InTouch Weekly. “He’s not willing to take any nonsense. The word is he’s already on his way to being the toughest ruler the family has ever seen.”
Prince William’s Royal Reforms Might Directly Affect King Charles’s Brother, Prince Andrew
William’s position comes as the royal family faces increasing public criticism during Britain’s cost-of-living crisis. The future king seeks to improve the monarchy’s reputation by focusing on financial responsibility and environmental efforts.
“He wants expenses to be monitored closely, and any fat trimmed straight away,” the alleged insider detailed. The source added that Charles wants to avoid the appearance of giving special treatment to the royals.
This financial cutback could have a significant impact on Prince Andrew, who has depended on royal support since his connection to Jeffrey Epstein caused controversy. According to a report by The New York Post, Andrew has been “reliant on his brother’s cash since 2019.”
According to InTouch Weekly, Andrew was notably absent from the Royal Christmas celebrations.
Meanwhile, speculation is growing about an early transition of power. Some insiders are suggesting King Charles might abdicate due to his controversial public image. Of course, this will allow the more popular William and Princess Catherine to take the throne.
“The days of wasteful spending and overconsumption are ending now that William is at the helm,” the palace insider added.