Megyn Kelly has criticized Meghan Markle over reports that the Duchess of Sussex received a letter in 2019 warning her about allegations of child abuse involving her father, Thomas Markle.On Saturday, Oct. 24, the American journalist questioned why the Duchess allegedly failed to act on the claims despite reportedly knowing about them for nearly eight years.“She’s known for nearly eight years and she did nothing.”Thomas Markle Accused Of Storing Indecent Images - Source: GettyThe controversy follows reports that Thomas Markle’s ex-wife sent Meghan Markle a letter raising concerns about alleged child abuse. The allegations have not been established as fact, and details of the letter have not been publicly verified in the material provided.Megyn Kelly’s criticism centers on the question of what Meghan Markle knew and whether she took any steps after receiving the alleged warning.The report has also prompted discussion about whether the claims were brought to the attention of authorities and why no action was reportedly taken at the time.Thomas Markle Sr.’s alleged materials and Meghan Markle’s statementOn Oct. 23, Thomas Markle Jr., Meghan's half-brother, reported finding storage boxes and computer hardware containing suspected child sexual abuse material while clearing out their father's former home in the Philippines.He reported the discovery to Philippine authorities, the FBI hotline, the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC), and Pennsylvania state police. Thomas Jr. told The Sun:“His desktop was full of row upon row of thumbnail pictures linking to the most sickening child abuse imaginable. The worst of the worst.”The Philippine Justice Department's child abuse unit announced an investigation into Thomas Markle Sr., a move confirmed by Interior Minister Jonvic Remulla. However, Thomas Markle Sr. denied the allegations and called them "sick lies."In a statement to People, Meghan Markle said she was “deeply distressed” by the news.“I am deeply distressed at the news that has come to light in the last 24 hours, and my thoughts are with any children who may have been harmed.”The Duke and Duchess of Sussex Visit Colombia - Day 1 - Source: GettyThe Duchess of Sussex went on to clarify the story about the letter sent to the Metropolitan Police and Royalty and Specialist Protection, which was “subsequently shared with me.” At the time, Meghan Markle wrote, she felt assured that the matter was being investigated.“I hope it can now be understood that, despite certain media publications’ distortion over the years, any distance from my father and my choice to not allow him to have contact with our children, was for one reason: to protect them.”She concluded:“I trusted that the authorities were doing the same for other families. Although the breadth of what has now been uncovered is more sickening than one could ever imagine, my sincerest hope is that justice will be fully served and that the priority remains the safety and protection of innocent children.”Also Read: "I will obviously condemn him unreservedly": Piers Morgan calls for answers over claims Meghan Markle’s father was flagged eight years ago