US President Donald Trump welcomed King Charles III and Queen Camilla to the White House on Monday, marking the British monarch's first state visit to the United States since his accession to the throne in 2022. The four-day trip, which began with a formal greeting at the South Portico, comes amid questions about the future of the so-called special relationship between the two nations and heightened security concerns following a recent shooting at the White House correspondents' dinner.
The president and First Lady Melania Trump greeted the royal couple with handshakes and a photo opportunity before escorting them inside the executive mansion. The visit is seen as a crucial diplomatic engagement aimed at reaffirming transatlantic ties, though analysts note that both leaders face domestic pressures that could complicate the agenda.
Discussions are expected to cover trade, climate change, and global security, with King Charles advocating for renewed cooperation on environmental issues. The visit also includes a state dinner and meetings with congressional leaders.