As reported by the Mirror, Meghan Markle and Prince Harry recently added Miranda Barbot to their public relations team. The move was arranged ahead of their trip to the Netherlands for the Invictus Games, where Barbot reportedly joined the Sussexes. Barbot previously worked under former President Barack Obama and assisted in his successful reelection campaign in 2012. She has allegedly been hired onto the Archewell team to improve Meghan and Harry’s public image following a string of feverish news coverage.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, who share a close relationship, are reportedly trying to drum up positive attention following a tumultuous few years of negativity. Barbot, alongside the couple’s extended PR team, is hoping to make improvements in the coming months. Though it appears that Barbot has only taken on a public relations role for the couple, an insider told the Mirror they believe this move is indicative of a potential power move from Markle. “There are shades of the Clintons or even Kennedys. It wouldn’t be a huge shock now if Meghan went into politics,” the insider revealed.
Markle does have a history of political activism, so this move wouldn’t be a stretch for the former television star. Previously, the Duchess penned a letter to American government officials advocating for paid family leave (per the New York Times). Markle also contacted members of Congress directly via telephone to discuss the matter further.
So, does Meghan Markle have a future in politics? Only time will tell!
