King Charles Extends Historic Second State Visit Invitation to Trump

King Charles III has invited U.S. President Donald Trump for a second state visit to the United Kingdom, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer confirmed during a meeting in Washington on Thursday.

Delivering the formal invitation from the monarch, Starmer met with Trump at the White House’s Oval Office, where both leaders discussed U.S.-UK relations and global geopolitical issues.

“The United Kingdom is a wonderful country, and I know it very well. I’ll be going there, and we expect to see each other in the near future—we’ll be announcing it soon,” Trump stated.

If accepted, this visit would mark the first time a U.S. president receives two state visit invitations from the British monarchy, highlighting Trump’s enduring influence in transatlantic relations. His first official visit to the UK took place in 2019 during his presidency, where he was hosted by the late Queen Elizabeth II.

Starmer’s trip to Washington comes at a crucial time, with discussions largely focusing on the war in Ukraine and strained U.S.-European ties. As global challenges continue to evolve, the potential visit could serve as a strategic diplomatic engagement between two of the world’s most significant allies.

The exact date and itinerary of Trump’s visit are yet to be finalized, but the invitation signals continued collaboration between London and Washington, despite shifting political dynamics.