April 28, 2026
Trump, First Lady Host Arrival Ceremony for King Charles, Queen Camilla
The president rolled out the red carpet and pageantry for the royal couple’s state visit, the first of Trump’s second term.
TL;DR
- President Trump and First Lady Melania Trump hosted King Charles III and Queen Camilla.
- The event was a state visit arrival ceremony held on the White House South Lawn.
- Thousands of guests attended the ceremony in the rain.
- The ceremony featured the Marine Corps Band, a 21-gun salute, and the playing of national anthems.