"The British royal family pulled out all the stops for President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump's second state visit to the UK. King Charles III and Queen Camilla hosted the president and first lady at Windsor Castle, where they were treated to royal carriage rides, military jet flyovers, and a state dinner brimming with tech CEOs. Prince William and Kate Middleton also joined the Trumps during their visit."
"Trump's first state visit to the UK occurred during his first term in 2019. US presidents serving a second term aren't usually invited for another state visit, but Prime Minister Keir Starmer delivered a surprise invitation during a White House visit in February in an apparent effort to remind Trump of the "special relationship" between the two countries amid his implementation of global tariffs. Here's a breakdown of all of the pomp and circumstance."
"The regimental bands played both the American and British national anthems. As the US national anthem played, Donald Trump held a salute, while Melania Trump placed her hand over her heart. Charles and Donald Trump inspected the troops assembled on the grounds of the castle. Charles gestured for Donald Trump to walk ahead of him while inspecting the Honor Guard."
King Charles III and Queen Camilla hosted President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump at Windsor Castle for a second state visit. The visit featured royal carriage rides, military jet flyovers, and a state dinner attended by prominent tech CEOs. Prince William and Kate Middleton joined the presidential couple for parts of the visit. Prime Minister Keir Starmer extended an unexpected invitation to reinforce the "special relationship" amid tensions over US global tariffs. Ceremonial elements included regimental bands playing both national anthems, a salute by the president, and an inspection of the Honor Guard.
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