Donald Trump's most regrettable blunders at the British royal palace
Donald Trump, the former U.S. President, is currently in London for a much-anticipated state visit to the British royal family. The visit, which spans three days and two nights, will see Trump and his wife Melania reside in Windsor.
Preparations for the visit have been in full swing in the royal family for weeks, as they aim to ensure a smooth and successful event. Princess Kate, known for her charisma and diplomatic skills, is expected to play a key role in avoiding any potential embarrassing moments.
Trump's first official state visit to the UK in 2019 was marked by a few unusual incidents. One such incident was the alleged unfortunate handshake with Queen Elizabeth, which resembled a fist bump. Another was the damage caused to the royal garden behind Buckingham Palace with the engines of his helicopter, a fact that only came to light months after the visit.
During his first visit in the summer of 2018, Trump also attracted attention for his foul-mouthed manners. One memorable moment was when he was seen appearing to doze off during Queen Elizabeth's speech, an incident that has resurfaced in a viral video. There is speculation about whether Trump actually dozed off or if the video gives the impression of it.
In diplomatic etiquette, the head of state of a huge country like the U.S. does not need to bow to the Queen, according to Moritz Freiherr Knigge, who passed away in 2021. However, Trump failed to bow to the British royal on both his visits.
King Charles, who is expected to play a significant role in the state visit, is not known for his small talk abilities, which could potentially lead to awkward moments with Trump. Contrastingly, Trump has a known weakness for monarchs and gilded rooms, and the British king is expected to keep Trump happy with royal pomp during the state visit.
The visit is expected to include a dinner at St. George’s Hall in Windsor Castle with around 150 guests. The advisor to the British royal household managing the interaction with President Trump during his state visit is not explicitly named in the available search results.
As the visit unfolds, the world will be watching to see how the British royal family navigates this unique state visit and whether any unexpected incidents occur.
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