Members of the monarchy feared Meghan Markle would accuse the royal family of sexism and racism if Prince Harry and his wife's request to reduce their senior status was not approved, according to a report. MEGHAN MARKLE, PRINCE HARRY: WILL THE COUPLE BE ABLE TO BREAK AWAY FROM TAXPAYER SUPPORT? According to the Sunday Times, Bradby claimed the queen feared the former "Suits" star would conduct a "no-holds-barred interview" where she would possibly call out the royal family for being "racist and sexist." “My family and I are entirely supportive of Harry and Meghan’s desire to create a new life as a young family. Although we would have preferred them to remain full-time working Members of the Royal Family, we respect and understand their wish to live a more independent life as a family while remaining a valued part of my family.

Source: Fox News January 16, 2020 16:30 UTC