Key Facts

• King Charles III and Queen Camilla are on a state visit to the U.S., including stops in Washington, D.C., New York City, and Virginia.
• President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump greeted the royal couple at the White House’s South Lawn.
• The visit includes a traditional military arrival ceremony with U.S. Army Herald Trumpets and a 21-gun salute.
• King Charles is scheduled to deliver a rare joint address to the U.S. Congress.
• A White House state dinner will be held during the visit.
• The visit comes amid tensions between the U.S. and the U.K. over the war in Iran and recent security concerns after a shooting near the White House Correspondents’ Dinner.
• President Trump called King Charles a “friend” and expressed hope that the visit will help improve U.S.-U.K. relations.
• Thousands of guests, including officials, diplomats, members of Congress, and students, are expected to attend the ceremonies.