Trending Now - King Charles and Queen Camilla Showcase Royal Diplomacy in US

WHO:

NBC News - King Charles III addressed the United States Congress.

Fox News - King Charles and Queen Camilla are involved in the royal visit.

WHAT:

NBC News - King Charles received bipartisan standing ovations for his speech.

Fox News - King Charles made history as the second monarch to speak during a joint session in Congress.

NBC News - The royal visit included ceremonial moments and criticism of the Trump administration.

WHERE:

NBC News - The address took place in Washington, D.C.

Fox News - The royal visit included three cities in the United States.

WHEN:

Fox News - The visit marked America’s 250th anniversary.

WHY:

NBC News - The speech included reminders of the special relationship between the United States and the United Kingdom.

HOW:

NBC News - King Charles delivered his speech to Congress as part of a four-day royal visit.

(UPDATED May 3, 2026 15:10 UTC)

King Charles III made history by addressing the United States Congress, becoming only the second monarch to do so during a joint session. His speech, which highlighted the enduring special relationship between the United States and the United Kingdom, received bipartisan standing ovations and included ceremonial moments, as well as some criticism of the Trump administration. This address took place in Washington, D.C., as part of a four-day royal visit celebrating America’s upcoming 250th anniversary, which will occur on July 4, 2026.