Meghan Markle's Contact with Father Disputed After His Surgery

A spokesperson for Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, says she has "reached out" to her father, Thomas Markle. This follows his recent leg amputation surgery. However, Meghan's half-sister, Samantha Markle, has publicly disputed the claim. She made her statements on social media. Samantha Markle also used insulting language directed at the Duchess. This continues a long-standing public estrangement within the family. Thomas Markle has had no direct contact with his daughter since before her 2018 wedding. The surgery has brought the family dispute back into public discussion.