King Charles and Queen Camilla are ready to welcome former U.S. President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump on Wednesday for Trump’s second UK state visit. The king has been personally involved in planning, focusing on topics like climate and energy, and is expected to raise Ukraine and global issues in private talks.
The Trumps will be greeted in London on Tuesday and travel in the bulletproof “Beast” limousine. A state banquet at Windsor Castle with senior royals, including Prince William and Kate Middleton, will highlight the visit. Sources say Camilla will ensure the guests feel “very welcome,” and the royal family aims to make the event “run beautifully.”
Before the royal dinner, Trump will meet Prime Minister Keir Starmer to discuss Ukraine, Gaza, and U.S.-UK trade. They are expected to sign a new technology partnership and explore extending the current trade deal. A joint press conference on Thursday will likely address the recent firing of U.S. ambassador Peter Mandelson, who was removed over ties to Jeffrey Epstein.
Unlike French President Emmanuel Macron earlier this year, Trump won’t address parliament, which insiders admit brings “some relief.”
