The United Kingdom and the United States always find ways to come together, and King Charles is set to make history with a bold speech to Congress, the first by a British monarch in 300 years.
The 77-year-old monarch, who put aside warnings and fears to travel to the United States, is focused on strengthening ties between both countries.
Prince William and Harry’s father will take a bold stand to represent the British, aiming to show why their trip to America was so important.
The focus of the King’s visit comes on the second day, at a tense time in relations between the United Kingdom and the United States. Trump has repeatedly lashed out at UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer over his response to the Iran war.
The King will express his solidarity for the attack in his speech. He is also expected to say that in times of great international challenges, it is more necessary than ever to stand united to defend democratic values.
In his speech, he will also call for “reconciliation and renewal” of the US-UK partnership and advocate for shared values of tolerance, freedom and equality.
The King will urge those beliefs to be defended, whether by supporting NATO or protecting Ukraine, according to royal sources.
The King will tell US lawmakers that the transatlantic alliance is based on a “generosity of spirit and a duty to foster compassion, promote peace, deepen mutual understanding and value people of all faiths and none.”
The speech is written following government advice and is expected to last 20 minutes.
