King Charles III: ‘A Partnership Born Out of Dispute’
King Charles III addressed a joint session of the U.S. Congress, becoming the second British monarch to do so, in a speech that emphasized multilateral cooperation and climate action. His remarks included subtle criticisms of the Trump administration's policies, diverging from expectations of a more neutral diplomatic tone. The speech may strain relations both in Washington and among some British officials who hoped for a unifying message.
- ▪King Charles III became the second British monarch to address a joint session of the U.S. Congress.
- ▪His speech highlighted the importance of multilateral institutions and warned against climate change, contrasting with Trump administration policies.
- ▪Some British lawmakers had hoped Charles would ease tensions between President Trump and Prime Minister Keir Starmer.
- ▪The address was notable for its pointed tone, departing from the traditionally ceremonial role of the British monarch.
- ▪Charles referenced historical ties between the U.S. and the U.K., as well as recent threats to democratic leadership near the Capitol.
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Transcript King Charles III: ‘A Partnership Born Out of Dispute’ The British monarch praises multilateral institutions in a pointed message to the Trump administration. By Alexandra Sharp, the World Brief writer at Foreign Policy, and Rachel Oswald, a staff writer at Foreign Policy. Britain’s King Charles III addresses a joint meeting of the U.S. Congress. Britain’s King Charles III addresses a joint meeting of the U.S. Congress in Washington on April 28. Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images Climate Change NATO United States April 28, 2026, 6:23 PM King Charles III became the second British monarch on Tuesday to address a joint session of the U.S. Congress.
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