Did King Edward have control of his people in 1066?

In 1066, King Edward the Confessor had limited control over his people due to political instability and competing claims to the throne. His reign was marked by the influence of powerful nobles, particularly the Godwin family, which weakened his authority. Edward's death in January 1066 sparked a succession crisis, leading to conflicts among various claimants, including Harold Godwinson, William the Conqueror, and Harald Hardrada, further undermining his control. Ultimately, this lack of centralized power contributed to the Norman Conquest later that year.