Meghan Markle Says She Feels 'Relief' as Investigation Involving Her Father Moves Forward

Meghan Markle is speaking out after her half-brother, Thomas Markle Jr., alleged he found child sexual abuse material in boxes at their father’s home in the Philippines and alerted authorities. Thomas Markle Sr., 82, denies the accusations, calling them“sick lies.”Meghan says she is“deeply distressed”by the news and that her thoughts are with any children who may have been harmed.

The Duchess of Sussex also addressed the roots of the family estrangement, saying a 2018 letter containing disturbing allegations against her father was shared with her and shaped her decision to limit his contact with her children. She has been estranged from her father since her 2018 wedding to Prince Harry. A friend told The Sun that Meghan feels a real sense of relief that these matters are now being properly investigated after years of troubling concerns.

It’s an ongoing investigation, and Thomas Markle Sr. maintains his innocence, so the facts are still developing. What’s clear is that Meghan is framing her choices around protecting her kids. What do you think about how this story has been covered over the years? Sound off in the comments.