The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, during their visit to Colombia, sparked controversy as a local councilman accused the vice president of misusing public funds while they celebrated their arrival.
Councilman Andres Escobar criticized the expenditure of billions of pesos for hosting Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, arguing that it should have been allocated to children's programs, community mothers' salaries, or infrastructure.
Francia Marquez, the Colombian vice president, faced backlash for what was seen as an indulgent use of public resources, prioritizing image over essential community support.
Although the exact costs of the royal couple's visit remain unclear, the implications of using taxpayer money for perceived vanity projects have raised serious concerns about fiscal responsibility in public office.
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