President Donald Trump said he will watch King Charles III’s address to Congress remotely, citing protocol restrictions, according to official remarks. Trump noted he would have preferred to attend in person but was advised against it.
Speaking at a White House event, Trump emphasized the long-standing “special relationship” between the United States and the United Kingdom.
President Trump and first lady Melania Trump welcomed King Charles III and Queen Camilla at the White House in a pivotal moment for U.S. and U.K. relations. https://t.co/i4ogJHACeE pic.twitter.com/bTGh8xD0Yo
— ABC News (@ABC) April 28, 2026
He referenced historic ties dating back to World War II, including cooperation between Winston Churchill and Franklin Roosevelt, as reported in his remarks.
The ceremony concluded with a military procession and a flyover of four F-35 fighter jets, underscoring the symbolic partnership between the two nations. Trump and the royal delegation later held closed-door meetings at the White House.
The visit aims to reinforce diplomatic ties despite recent policy differences, with both sides highlighting shared history and strategic cooperation.
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