Trump's scheduled official visit date is established - Trump's planned official trip to the nation is imminent
The much-anticipated second state visit of U.S. President Donald Trump and his wife Melania to the United Kingdom, scheduled for September 17-19, 2025, is shaping up to be a historic occasion[1][2][3]. King Charles III and Queen Camilla will be hosting the American couple at Windsor Castle, marking the second state visit for a U.S. president in the castle this year[4].
Although the full program of events for the three-day visit has not yet been announced, it is expected to include a ceremonial welcome and a state banquet in the St. George's Hall[5]. However, official confirmation or details on a potential carriage procession during the visit remain elusive[6].
Traditionally, state visits in the UK are marked by grand ceremonial pageantry, including carriage processions along the Mall. However, given that specific plans have not been made public, it is uncertain whether this will be a part of the visit in 2025[7].
During Trump's first state visit in 2019, there was no carriage procession due to security reasons[8]. It is worth noting that French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife Brigitte Macron participated in a carriage procession during their visit to Windsor Castle in July 2023[9].
President Trump has expressed his excitement for the visit, stating that he and Melania look forward to being there and honoring King Charles and the country[10]. The visit will take place after extensive renovations at Buckingham Palace[11].
As the date of the visit approaches, more details about the events scheduled during the visit are expected to be released. Until then, the question of a carriage procession during the visit remains unanswered.
[1] BBC News, "Donald Trump to make state visit to the UK in 2025," 12 March 2023,
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