Palace Intrigue : King Charles visit to America and Trump - Royal Family gossip

King Charles delivers a historic address to the U.S. Congress at 3 p.m. Eastern, calling for “reconciliation and renewal” between the United Kingdom and the United States. The speech comes as security is heightened across Washington following a recent shooting. Earlier, the King and Queen met Donald Trump at the White House, toured a newly installed beehive, and attended a British Embassy garden party featuring a traditional menu. Plus, a protocol moment between Trump and the King, a flag mix-up near the White House, and a glimpse of Charles’s dry humor during the visit.

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King Charles   is set to address a joint meeting of Congress today, becoming only the second British monarch to do so after Queen Elizabeth the Second in 1991.

Later, Donald Trump and Melania Trump will host the King and Queen Camilla at the White House for a formal state dinner, one of the central ceremonial moments of the visit.

In other developments, a guest at Meghan Markle’s recent wellness retreat has pushed back on reports of poor attendance, describing the event as “AMAZING” and denying claims of disruption. The attendee said Meghan received a standing ovation and stayed to speak with guests individually.

Additional accounts from Australia have also been positive, with a MasterChef Australia producer describing Meghan as “so great” and “a normal human,” while a photographer said both she and Harry were “the loveliest and so, so personable” during engagements.

Harry also drew attention for a personal interaction during a commercial flight, offering comfort to a passenger returning from a family funeral, telling her: “She already knows,” in reference to her late grandmother.

However, not all coverage has been favorable. Harry faced criticism following an awkward moment with a reporter in Melbourne, with some commentators suggesting it undercut efforts to present a more relaxed public image. 

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Prince Harry has defended his recent visit to Ukraine, saying he will “always be part of the Royal Family” while continuing to speak out independently on global issues.

Speaking to ITV’s Royal Editor Chris Ship, Harry said: “I am here working doing the things that I was born to do, and I enjoy doing it,” adding that people should feel empowered “to speak truth to power.”
The remarks come as critics question both the tone and timing of his comments. Writing in the Express, columnist Chris Riches argued that Harry’s call for “American leadership” could risk provoking Donald Trump, suggesting such interventions may be diplomatically counterproductive. In the Independent, Samuel Fishwick questioned the purpose of the visit, describing it as part of a pattern in which Harry inserts himself into major global events while insisting he is not acting in an official capacity.

Separately, Harry has faced scrutiny over his environmental messaging after reports he logged nearly 40,000 miles of air travel in two months. The travel included trips to Jordan, Australia, and Eastern Europe, drawing attention given his work with sustainable travel initiative Travalyst.
Meanwhile, Meghan Markle’s lifestyle brand has drawn mixed reaction around its Mother’s Day products. Tennis star Serena Williams shared a gift package from the brand, praising its presentation, while online critics questioned the pricing of chocolates and candles. The brand has also quietly updated product descriptions to remove references to the royal titles of Archie and Lilibet.

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King Charles tand Queen Camilla begin a four-day visit to the United States, their first official trip as King and Queen, with a schedule spanning Washington, New York, and Virginia. The visit includes meetings with Donald Trump and Melania Trump, a state dinner at the White House, and a historic address to Congress, making Charles only the second British monarch to do so after Queen Elizabeth the Second in 1991.

The trip is framed as a reinforcement of U.K.–U.S. ties, though it unfolds against a backdrop of reported political tensions. Palace officials have also ruled out a meeting with Prince Harry and declined a request involving the family of Virginia Giuffre, citing legal sensitivities tied to Prince Andrew.

Elsewhere, protocol questions linger following past interactions between Trump and the royal family, while in the U.K., Nigel Farage’s Reform party is proposing new pro-monarchy policies in schools. Back in London, a new memorial garden honoring Queen Elizabeth the Second opens in Regent’s Park, marking her legacy with a focus on sustainability and reflection.

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King Charles and Queen Camilla’s U.S. visit remains on schedule, but security planning is being reassessed after gunfire erupted at the White House Correspondents’ dinner. Plus, the White House prepares to showcase new renovations, a royal beehive visit, Congress address, New York stops, and America’s 250th anniversary events.

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