Power Exertion by the Royal Family Amidst Trump's "Fest"; President Trump's Event Keeping High-rankers Busy
In early 2025, President Donald Trump made a historic visit to the United Kingdom for a State Visit, an honour he declared as one of the highest of his life. This grand occasion was enabled by the royal family and marked a significant moment in the relationship between the UK and the US.
During his stay, President Trump was accompanied by UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, who aimed to make progress on key issues such as trade, Gaza, and Ukraine. The political discussions, according to the BBC's diplomatic correspondent, "could have gone a whole lot worse."
The visit, however, was not without controversy. Protesters in central London and Windsor voiced their disapproval, with historical images of Trump and Jeffrey Epstein beamed onto Windsor Castle. The sacking of the UK's ambassador to the U.S, Peter Mandelson, over his Epstein links, was a potential issue during the joint press conference at the end of the visit.
Windsor Castle, an ancient institution dating back to William the Conqueror, served as the backdrop for many of the visit's events. Now under the leadership of King Charles III, who is also the head of the Armed Forces, the castle played a crucial role in ensuring a successful visit. Over 1,300 members of the military were dispatched with this aim.
President Trump admired Queen Elizabeth II and laid a wreath at her grave during the visit. He also spoke highly of his relationship with the UK and the royal family, referring to it as very good.
The royals, being unelected and politically neutral, are considered to have soft power through their ability to extend a hand of friendship and form enduring relationships. During the state banquet held in Trump's honour at Windsor Castle, he was seated between King Charles and Kate Middleton, the Princess of Wales.
Among the British public, support for the monarchy has hit an all-time low, with only 51% of people believing it is important to keep it, compared to 86% in 1983. Among 18 to 34-year-olds, 59% favour an elected head of state over royalty.
Victoria Murphy, a contributing editor at Town & Country and the author of the Town & Country book The Queen: A Life in Pictures, has reported on the British Royal Family since 2010. Her insights provide a unique perspective on the role of the royals in such high-profile events.
At the end of the visit, President Trump and Prime Minister Starmer declared that the UK and the US have a relationship like no other. The visit, described as unprecedented and extra, will undoubtedly go down in history as a significant moment in Anglo-American relations.
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