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King Charles III and Queen Camilla arrived in the United States today, beginning their four-day state visit to mark the 250th anniversary of US independence. They met President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump at the White House for tea and then attended a garden party at the British ambassador’s residence in Washington, DC.
The visit comes as US-UK relations are strained by the war in Iran, with Trump slamming Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s refusal to assist the US militarily. Although Charles must stay above politics, his government is hoping his US tour can help ease tensions.
The trip is underway despite the shooting at a press gala in Washington, DC, on Saturday. The King is expected to make a brief reference to the incident during his scheduled joint address to Congress tomorrow.
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