King Charles set for historic address to Congress in first US visit as monarch
King Charles III is set to deliver a historic address to a joint meeting of Congress during his first U.S. state visit as monarch, marking America’s 250th birthday. The visit occurs amid heightened security concerns in Washington, D.C., following a recent shooting at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner. The trip also takes place against the backdrop of ongoing tensions related to the war with Iran and discussions about transatlantic alliances.
- ▪King Charles III will address a joint meeting of Congress during his four-day state visit to the U.S.
- ▪This is the first time a British monarch has visited the U.S. in an official capacity since Queen Elizabeth II's 1991 trip.
- ▪Queen Elizabeth II received three standing ovations during her 1991 speech, notably after quoting Abraham Lincoln.
- ▪The current visit occurs amid security concerns following a shooting at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner.
- ▪Tensions over Britain's stance on the U.S. campaign against Iran have added diplomatic context to the trip.
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Congress King Charles set for historic address to Congress in first US visit as monarch Trump has expressed frustration with Britain's refusal to fully join the US campaign against Iran ahead of the visit By Ashley J. DiMella Fox News Published April 28, 2026 6:00am EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video Trump and first lady greet King Charles III and Queen Camilla at the White House President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump welcomed King Charles III and Queen Camilla to the White House on Monday. It is their first state trip to the U.S. as monarchs. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! King Charles III will address a joint meeting of Congress on Tuesday during his U.S.
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