Britain’s King Charles III and his wife, Queen Camilla, are in the United States for his first state visit to the country.

The couple was welcomed Monday by their hosts, US President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump, before a garden party at the British ambassador’s residence in Washington, DC.

On Tuesday, the King and Trump participated in much pomp and circumstance, including a military review at the White House. The King also gave a joint address to Congress hours before a state dinner.

The King’s visit comes as US-UK relations are strained by the war in Iran, with Trump slamming Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s refusal to assist the US militarily. Although the King must stay above politics, his government is hoping that his US tour can help ease tensions.

Congress applauds as Charles speaks in the House Chamber, marking the second time a British monarch has done so. He was welcomed with an extended standing ovation, and much of <a href="index.php?page=&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cnn.com%2F2026%2F04%2F28%2Fus%2Flive-news%2Fking-charles-queen-camilla-us-visit%3Fpost-id%3Dcmoj13axj000s3b6q4xxiztao">his speech</a> focused on the kinship and history between the United States and the United Kingdom.
Congress applauds as Charles speaks in the House Chamber, marking the second time a British monarch has done so. He was welcomed with an extended standing ovation, and much of his speech focused on the kinship and history between the United States and the United Kingdom.
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Charles heads to Johnson's office for a meeting before his address to Congress.
Charles heads to Johnson's office for a meeting before his address to Congress.
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The King and the House speaker walk through Statuary Hall at the US Capitol.
The King and the House speaker walk through Statuary Hall at the US Capitol.
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Charles and US President Donald Trump are flanked by some of their top officials as they meet in the White House Oval Office on Tuesday.
Charles and US President Donald Trump are flanked by some of their top officials as they meet in the White House Oval Office on Tuesday.
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From left, Queen Camilla, King Charles, President Trump and first lady Melania Trump wave to the crowd during a <a href="index.php?page=&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cnn.com%2F2026%2F04%2F28%2Fus%2Flive-news%2Fking-charles-queen-camilla-us-visit%3Fpost-id%3Dcmoil21jj0000356qu8zbzq3i">state arrival ceremony at the White House</a> on Tuesday.
From left, Queen Camilla, King Charles, President Trump and first lady Melania Trump wave to the crowd during a state arrival ceremony at the White House on Tuesday.
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People wait on the South Lawn of the White House before Tuesday's arrival ceremony.
People wait on the South Lawn of the White House before Tuesday's arrival ceremony.
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Trump and King Charles inspect troops together during the arrival ceremony.
Trump and King Charles inspect troops together during the arrival ceremony.
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A military honor guard marches at the White House.
A military honor guard marches at the White House.
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Trump talks to King Charles on Tuesday. The royals flew in on Monday and spent part of the afternoon at the White House.
Trump talks to King Charles on Tuesday. The royals flew in on Monday and spent part of the afternoon at the White House.
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Members of the US Marine Corps marching band prepare for Tuesday's arrival ceremony outside of the White House.
Members of the US Marine Corps marching band prepare for Tuesday's arrival ceremony outside of the White House.
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The royals and the Trumps have afternoon tea at the White House on Monday, April 27.
The royals and the Trumps have afternoon tea at the White House on Monday, April 27.
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Charles mingles with guests Monday during a <a href="index.php?page=&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cnn.com%2F2026%2F04%2F27%2Fus%2Flive-news%2Fking-charles-queen-camilla-us-visit%3Fpost-id%3Dcmohrktyv000r3b6qdj1plgss">garden party</a> at the British Embassy in Washington, DC.
Charles mingles with guests Monday during a garden party at the British Embassy in Washington, DC.
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Charles and Camilla stand between British Ambassador Christian Turner and his wife, Claire, as the national anthem plays at the garden party on Monday.
Charles and Camilla stand between British Ambassador Christian Turner and his wife, Claire, as the national anthem plays at the garden party on Monday.
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The royals and the Trumps chat together at the White House on Monday.
The royals and the Trumps chat together at the White House on Monday.
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The four walk on the South Lawn to check out <a href="index.php?page=&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cnn.com%2F2026%2F04%2F27%2Fus%2Flive-news%2Fking-charles-queen-camilla-us-visit%3Fpost-id%3Dcmohlqs1d000c3b6qejiw0051">the new White House beehive</a>.
The four walk on the South Lawn to check out the new White House beehive.
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The King and the president speak together after the royals arrived to the White House.
The King and the president speak together after the royals arrived to the White House.
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Charles and Camilla stand next to the new White House beehive, which is shaped like a miniature version of the White House. Charles is a keen supporter of beekeeping. Buckingham Palace is home to four beehives, which produce the honey Charles enjoys in his tea — and which his mother, the late Queen Elizabeth II, once gave as a gift to the late Pope Francis.
Charles and Camilla stand next to the new White House beehive, which is shaped like a miniature version of the White House. Charles is a keen supporter of beekeeping. Buckingham Palace is home to four beehives, which produce the honey Charles enjoys in his tea — and which his mother, the late Queen Elizabeth II, once gave as a gift to the late Pope Francis.
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The royals and the Trumps pose for a photo in front of the White House.
The royals and the Trumps pose for a photo in front of the White House.
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Camilla steps out from her car after arriving to the White House.
Camilla steps out from her car after arriving to the White House.
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Charles and Camilla are greeted by US Protocol Chief Monica Crowley as they arrive at Joint Base Andrews in Maryland.
Charles and Camilla are greeted by US Protocol Chief Monica Crowley as they arrive at Joint Base Andrews in Maryland.
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The King shakes hands as he walks through a military cordon at the airport.
The King shakes hands as he walks through a military cordon at the airport.
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The royals' plane arrives at Joint Base Andrews.
The royals' plane arrives at Joint Base Andrews.
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Members of the US military roll out the red carpet in advance of the royals' arrival at Joint Base Andrews.
Members of the US military roll out the red carpet in advance of the royals' arrival at Joint Base Andrews.
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