Online reports claim that King Charles is preparing to abdicate the throne. Not only have netizens discussed the alleged resignation on social media platforms, but news outlets have also reported on it. Several online publications claimed that the Prince and Princess of Wales would be crowned soon. The claims, however, are far from accurate.
Many X (formerly known as Twitter) users, including @TraderGirlQ, took to the social networking site to speculate about King Charles stepping down. They continued, saying:
“It looks like EPSTEIN’S flight log is about to take out The King any day now!”
According to the netizen, the current 75-year-old expressed confidence in the “younger generation’s ability to carry on the royal legacy” on social media. He allegedly decided to “enjoy the remainder of his life with his wife and grandchildren.”
The current monarch also posted on social media that he was “fully satisfied” with handing over leadership of the Firm to Prince William and Kate Middleton, according to News International. According to the website, Prince William did not want his father to abdicate the throne.
The Daily Record also reported that a royal commentator claimed that the current king was planning to “leave the show” once the monarchy’s “incredibly difficult transition phase” ends. The unidentified commentator was referring to Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s departure from the British royal family in 2020, according to the website.
Is King Charles planning to abdicate?
Despite reports from news outlets and internet users that King Charles is planning to abdicate, the allegations are false. At the time of writing, no official statement had been issued by his representatives or on social media regarding his possible abdication. It is also worth noting that the British royal family has never suggested or publicly stated that King Charles will abdicate in the future.
There is speculation that he will be named in the forthcoming Jeffrey Epstein documents. According to the allegations, not only is Prince Andrew expected to be mentioned in the document listing all of Epstein’s acquaintances, but so is former US President Bill Clinton.
As a result, it is safe to say that the widely circulated reports of King Charles stepping down are false. Because many internet users spread misinformation online, it is critical to verify such information with credible and established news organizations.