As the Jeffrey Epstein files continue to be released, the Royal Family is facing renewed scrutiny, and Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are navigating the situation with caution. Royal expert Duncan Larcombe notes that the family is experiencing one of its most significant crises since the death of Princess Diana. Meghan is reportedly advising Harry to distance himself from the situation, wary of "guilt by association".

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are seemingly taking steps to avoid being drawn into the scandal. Meghan is said to be particularly concerned about protecting her brand, especially as she continues to build her luxury lifestyle brand, As Ever. Larcombe suggests that Meghan might be keen to keep her brand as "squeaky clean" as possible. He added that now might not be the time for Meghan to emphasize her close ties to the Royal Family.

According to reports, Meghan has given Harry strict orders to "keep his head down" and not get involved, as the Royal Family is in crisis. Meghan will be aware of how upset Harry is by what's happened, and that it's a difficult time for the Royal Family.

Despite the advice to stay away from the scandal, Prince Harry is reportedly upset that his cousins, Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie, have been implicated in the newly released documents. According to Larcombe, Harry will be "gutted" for his cousins, as they are among the few members of the Royal Family who have maintained ties with him. He may want to reach out to them because they were the ones that reached out to him when no one else in the family did.

The Epstein files have sparked chaos within the Royal Family. King Charles released an unprecedented statement expressing his profound concern at the latest allegations against his brother, Prince Andrew. Prince Edward also broke the family's public silence, urging people to "remember the victims".

Amidst the turmoil, Meghan Markle made a solo appearance at the Fifteen Percent Pledge Fundraising Gala in Los Angeles. Some suggest that her wardrobe choice carried a deeper meaning.

Some royal experts claim that Harry and Meghan's relationship is at a crisis point. Royal author Tom Bower said that they want different things and face a fight for survival. Royal biographer Hugo Vickers agreed with Bower and added that they are always at a crisis point because they have left the Royal Family and taken the celebrity route, which means they have to reinvent themselves constantly.

Another royal expert, Hilary A. Fordwich, described the Sussex operation as volatile amid shrinking donations and staff turnover. Fordwich warned that the Sussexes may now find it difficult to attract top talent.