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King Charles will also address Congress, making the second time a British Monarch has addressed a joint meeting, following Queen Elizabeth II\u2019s speech at the Capitol during a state visit in 1991.<\/p>\n
While some feel that visiting the United States amid tensions between Trump and Starmer, and public interest in Prince Andrew\u2019s role in the Epstein scandal, could pose reputational risk for King Charles, he is said to be \u201clooking forward to the trip,\u201d a source tells Vanity Fair<\/em>.<\/p>\n \u201cThere was never any suggestion that the palace would cancel the trip. That would not be their decision to make and besides, the King would never risk causing such offense to a host nation. He and the Queen are excited about carrying out a full program of engagements.\u201d<\/p>\n First Lady Melania Trump, President Donald Trump, King Charles III and Queen Camilla during the State visit by the President of the United States of America at Windsor Castle on September 17, 2025 in Windsor, England.<\/p>\n <\/span>Chris Jackson\/Getty Images<\/span><\/div>\n<\/figure>\n Royal watchers can expect some poignant and important moments. Before leaving Washington, King Charles and Queen Camilla will lay a wreath in honor of fallen service personnel, recognizing the two countries\u2019 defense partnership. The moment is expected to be a show of solidarity between the US and the UK following Trump\u2019s inflammatory comments about Britain\u2019s involvement in Afghanistan prompting a rebuke from Starmer and Prince Harry, who served two tours of duty.<\/p>\n From Washington, King Charles and Queen Camilla will head to New York, where their engagements will focus on contemporary links between the UK and the US, particularly in business, culture, and community initiatives. Charles will visit a grassroots organization supporting young people affected by food insecurity through urban farming. Their Majesties will also commemorate the 25th anniversary of the\u00a0September 11 attacks, meeting first responders and families of victims.<\/p>\n As is usual on such a tour, the King and Queen\u2019s program will be split at points. Camilla will attend a literary event organized by The Queen\u2019s Reading Room, marking the 100th anniversary of\u00a0Winnie the Pooh. Additional engagements will include meetings with business leaders and a reception highlighting the work of The King\u2019s Trust in supporting young people.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n