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King Charles' state visit to US

King Charles' state visit to US

The visit is seen as a critical diplomatic effort to restore the 'closest of friendships' between the two nations following recent public spats between President Trump and Prime Minister Keir Starmer.

The royal couple will visit Washington, New York, and Virginia to commemorate the 250th anniversary of American independence.

Queen Camilla is scheduled to meet with domestic abuse survivors, though officials confirmed she will not meet with victims of Jeffrey Epstein to avoid prejudicing ongoing investigations.

This high-stakes visit represents the most significant diplomatic mission of King Charles' reign to date.

Charles III
King of the United Kingdom and other Commonwealth realms since 2022 (born 1948)
Queen Camilla
Queen Consort of the United Kingdom since 2022
Donald Trump
President of the United States (2017–2021; since 2025)
Buckingham Palace
Official London residence and principal workplace of the British monarch
Keir Starmer
Prime Minister of the United Kingdom since 2024