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Watch live as King Charles III gives a speech to the U.S. Congress after a ceremonial welcome from Trump. Today’s live updates have ended. Read what you missed below and find more coverage at apnews.com. What to know: President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump greet Britain’s King Charles III and Queen Camilla at the South Portico of the White House as they arrive for a State Dinner Tuesday, April 28, 2026, in Washington.
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Main Idea: King Charles III’s U.S. state visit centered on a formal White House welcome from President Donald Trump, followed by speeches, a state dinner, and a rare address to Congress.
Key Points:
- Trump and first lady Melania Trump hosted Charles and Queen Camilla at the White House for arrival ceremonies and a state dinner.
- Charles spoke to a joint meeting of Congress at the U.S. Capitol, a key moment in the visit.
- The trip also included lighter public events, like a White House garden and bee hive tour and a cultural education event with Camilla and Melania Trump.
- The visit drew wide attention in Washington and New York, including a stop at the 9/11 Memorial.
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Taxpayers may bear the cost of the state visit, security, and related ceremonies, while the trip may do little to change daily problems for most households.
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Primary public figure at the center of the visit, speech, and state events described throughout the article.
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Co-central actor in the state visit, ceremonies, dinner, and congressional appearance coverage.
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Major public figure participating in the state visit ceremonies and related events.
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Mentioned as present during the congressional address and walking with King Charles III.
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Mentioned as present while King Charles III addressed Congress.
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Mentioned in a caption as attending a garden party with King Charles III.
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