politics

April 29, 2026

'My mother was in love with you': Trump and King Charles joke

King Charles III and Queen Camilla continued their four-day state visit to the United States with a lavish state banquet, a ceremonial flyover above the White House, and the King's speech to Congress.

'My mother was in love with you': Trump and King Charles joke

TL;DR

  • King Charles III and Queen Camilla are on a four-day state visit to the United States.
  • The visit includes a state banquet, a ceremonial flyover, and the King's speech to Congress.
  • King Charles joked about the US speaking French if not for British help and referenced the burning of the White House in 1814.
  • Donald Trump praised the King's speech and joked about making Democrats stand, something he claimed he never achieved.
  • Trump shared a personal anecdote about his Scottish mother's fondness for the British royal family, particularly 'little Charles'.
  • The state banquet featured a menu inspired by English gardens and top-tier cuisine, with a strict 'white tie' dress code.
  • The King's speech in Congress followed in the footsteps of Queen Elizabeth II, who addressed the body in 1991.
  • The King quoted Oscar Wilde, joking about the shared language between the US and UK.
  • The event decorations were inspired by English gardens, with elements like lilac floral arrangements and custom tableware.
  • The First Lady wore a Dior gown and gloves, while Queen Camilla wore a creation by Fiona Clare, accessorized with historical jewelry.

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