Showing posts with label King Charles III. Show all posts
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Sunday, April 26, 2026
Part 2: Trump Faces Royal Reckoning from King Charles
Part 1: Trump Rebuked by King Charles Ahead of US Visit
What to Know About King Charles and Queen Camilla’s State Visit to the U.S.
THE NEW YORK TIMES: The British royals are set to arrive on Monday for a visit hosted by President Trump, with a garden party, an address to Congress and a banquet on the schedule.
Screenshot taken from this NYT article. | King Charles and Queen Camilla in London this past week. When President Trump was asked whether Charles’s upcoming visit could mend relations with Britain, he said: “Absolutely. He’s fantastic. He’s a fantastic man. Absolutely the answer is yes.” | Credit...Pool photo by Ian Vogler
King Charles III and Queen Camilla will travel to the United States this week for an official state visit, making stops in New York and Washington, where they will meet with President Trump and the king will deliver an address to Congress.
The visit was arranged to celebrate the 250th anniversary of American independence, and planning began long before the United States and Israel launched their war with Iran in late February — a conflict that has put considerable strain on the U.S.-U.K. relationship. But Mr. Trump has long indicated a great fondness for the monarch, and the trip could go some way to smoothing over recent tensions.
The trip will last from Monday through Thursday. Here’s what to know.
Why is King Charles visiting now?
The official visit, carried out on behalf of the British government, is intended to celebrate the connections between the two countries and acknowledge their longstanding relationship, and it is timed to mark the 250th anniversary of American independence this year.
Buckingham Palace called the visit “an opportunity to recognize the shared history of our two nations; the breadth of the economic, security and cultural relationship that has developed since then; and the deep people-to-people connections which unite communities.” » | Megan Specia | Reporting from London | Sunday, April 26, 2026
King Charles III and Queen Camilla will travel to the United States this week for an official state visit, making stops in New York and Washington, where they will meet with President Trump and the king will deliver an address to Congress.
The visit was arranged to celebrate the 250th anniversary of American independence, and planning began long before the United States and Israel launched their war with Iran in late February — a conflict that has put considerable strain on the U.S.-U.K. relationship. But Mr. Trump has long indicated a great fondness for the monarch, and the trip could go some way to smoothing over recent tensions.
The trip will last from Monday through Thursday. Here’s what to know.
Why is King Charles visiting now?
The official visit, carried out on behalf of the British government, is intended to celebrate the connections between the two countries and acknowledge their longstanding relationship, and it is timed to mark the 250th anniversary of American independence this year.
Buckingham Palace called the visit “an opportunity to recognize the shared history of our two nations; the breadth of the economic, security and cultural relationship that has developed since then; and the deep people-to-people connections which unite communities.” » | Megan Specia | Reporting from London | Sunday, April 26, 2026
Thursday, April 23, 2026
King Charles Will Not Meet Epstein Victims During U.S. State Visit
THE NEW YORK TIMES: Representative Ro Khanna had asked Buckingham Palace for a private meeting between the victims and King Charles during his planned visit to the U.S. next week.
Screenshot taken from this NYT article. | Lawyers representing King Charles said he will not meet with victims of Jeffrey Epstein’s abuse when the monarch visits the U.S. next week.Credit...Ben Stansall/Agence France-Presse — Getty Images
During his state visit to the United States next week, King Charles III will not meet with victims of Jeffrey Epstein, according to a letter from lawyers representing King Charles and Queen Camilla in response to a request from Representative Ro Khanna, Democrat of California.
Mr. Khanna had asked Buckingham Palace to arrange a private audience between the monarch and victims of Mr. Epstein who are seeking accountability.
“The king and queen have consistently made clear their support for all victims of abuse, wherever and however perpetrated,” the letter said. It added that because of “ongoing police inquiries” in the United Kingdom, King Charles was “unable to meet survivors or comment directly on the matters under inquiry.”
In Britain, the Epstein scandal has centered on the king’s brother, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, and his relationship with Mr. Epstein; he was arrested in February over accusations of misconduct in public office and has denied wrongdoing.
Mr. Khanna, who has been among the most vocal advocates in Washington for broader disclosure of records tied to Mr. Epstein and his longtime associate Ghislaine Maxwell, initially framed the request as a chance for survivors to speak directly to one of the world’s most visible heads of state about the abuse they suffered. » | Robert Jimison | Reporting from the Capitol | Wednesday, April 22, 2026
During his state visit to the United States next week, King Charles III will not meet with victims of Jeffrey Epstein, according to a letter from lawyers representing King Charles and Queen Camilla in response to a request from Representative Ro Khanna, Democrat of California.
Mr. Khanna had asked Buckingham Palace to arrange a private audience between the monarch and victims of Mr. Epstein who are seeking accountability.
“The king and queen have consistently made clear their support for all victims of abuse, wherever and however perpetrated,” the letter said. It added that because of “ongoing police inquiries” in the United Kingdom, King Charles was “unable to meet survivors or comment directly on the matters under inquiry.”
In Britain, the Epstein scandal has centered on the king’s brother, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, and his relationship with Mr. Epstein; he was arrested in February over accusations of misconduct in public office and has denied wrongdoing.
Mr. Khanna, who has been among the most vocal advocates in Washington for broader disclosure of records tied to Mr. Epstein and his longtime associate Ghislaine Maxwell, initially framed the request as a chance for survivors to speak directly to one of the world’s most visible heads of state about the abuse they suffered. » | Robert Jimison | Reporting from the Capitol | Wednesday, April 22, 2026
Tuesday, April 21, 2026
King Charles Pays Tribute to Queen Elizabeth on What Would Have Been Her 100th Birthday
MADAME FIGARO : Le vibrant hommage de Charles III à la reine Elizabeth II, sa «chère maman», pour les 100 ans de sa naissance : Elizabeth II aurait eu 100 ans ce mardi 21 avril. Pour l’occasion, son fils, le roi Charles III, lui a rendu un vibrant hommage, se souvenant «d’une souveraine qui comptait tant pour nous tous». »
Wednesday, April 01, 2026
"He's Been Bullying Britain" David Dimbleby Says "Narcissist" Trump Doesn't Deserve King's US Visit
Related video here.
David Dimbleby Says King’s US Visit Is an ‘Embarrassment’ | BBC Radio 4 PM
Mar 31, 2026 | Buckingham Palace has confirmed King Charles and Queen Camilla will meet US President Donald Trump in a state visit to the United States in late April.
Speaking to Radio 4’s PM, BBC Royal Occasion presenter David Dimbleby said the planned visit is an “embarrassment” and it is not “an appropriate time to go”.
The veteran broadcaster also said he has “pity” for the King because “he’s at mercy of the government”.
Speaking to Radio 4’s PM, BBC Royal Occasion presenter David Dimbleby said the planned visit is an “embarrassment” and it is not “an appropriate time to go”.
The veteran broadcaster also said he has “pity” for the King because “he’s at mercy of the government”.
Monday, March 09, 2026
British Lawmaker Wants King Charles to Cancel His U.S. Trip Over Iran War
THE NEW YORK TIMES: Ed Davey, the leader of the Liberal Democrats in Britain, said President Trump does not deserve the “diplomatic coup” of hosting the king for a state visit.
Ed Davey, the leader of the Liberal Democrats party in Britain, called on King Charles III to cancel his state visit to the United States in protest of what Mr. Davey calls President Trump’s “illegal war” against Iran.
Mr. Davey urged Prime Minister Keir Starmer to advise the king to call off the trip, which is expected to take place next month as part of celebrations to mark the 250th anniversary of American independence. A specific date has not been announced.
“At a time when Trump has launched an illegal war that is devastating the Middle East and pushing up energy bills for British families, it’s clear this visit should not go ahead,” Mr. Davey said in a statement on Monday.
“A state visit from our King would be seen as yet another huge diplomatic coup for President Trump, so it should not be given to someone who repeatedly insults and damages our country.” » | Michael D. Shear | Reporting from London | Monday, March 9, 2026
Sir Ed Davey is quite right. The King should cancel his trip. — © Mark Alexander
My comment also appears on the NYT here.
Ed Davey, the leader of the Liberal Democrats party in Britain, called on King Charles III to cancel his state visit to the United States in protest of what Mr. Davey calls President Trump’s “illegal war” against Iran.
Mr. Davey urged Prime Minister Keir Starmer to advise the king to call off the trip, which is expected to take place next month as part of celebrations to mark the 250th anniversary of American independence. A specific date has not been announced.
“At a time when Trump has launched an illegal war that is devastating the Middle East and pushing up energy bills for British families, it’s clear this visit should not go ahead,” Mr. Davey said in a statement on Monday.
“A state visit from our King would be seen as yet another huge diplomatic coup for President Trump, so it should not be given to someone who repeatedly insults and damages our country.” » | Michael D. Shear | Reporting from London | Monday, March 9, 2026
Sir Ed Davey is quite right. The King should cancel his trip. — © Mark Alexander
My comment also appears on the NYT here.
Saturday, February 21, 2026
A Tale of Two Brothers: Could the Andrew Crisis Bring Down King Charles?
THE GUARDIAN: Former prince’s arrest was most damaging event for the family firm in centuries – and the questions keep coming
London fashion week was probably the last public place King Charles III wanted to be on Thursday, admiring the suits and costumes that no one he knows would dream of buying, and making light conversation with designers he would have difficulty in recognising at a royal garden party.
Charles must have been contemplating the crumbling of all his plans and hopes for his reign. He always knew it would be short, even before his cancer diagnosis, but he probably never thought it would be upended by the alleged behaviour of his own brother.
Thursday was the most consequential and damaging day for the family firm in centuries, perhaps since the Glorious Revolution of 1688, or the capture of King Charles I in 1647 and his execution two years later. Certainly it is worse than Diana’s death and more threatening than the 1936 abdication crisis, because it undermines the institution itself. » | Stephen Bates | Friday, February 20, 2026
London fashion week was probably the last public place King Charles III wanted to be on Thursday, admiring the suits and costumes that no one he knows would dream of buying, and making light conversation with designers he would have difficulty in recognising at a royal garden party.
Charles must have been contemplating the crumbling of all his plans and hopes for his reign. He always knew it would be short, even before his cancer diagnosis, but he probably never thought it would be upended by the alleged behaviour of his own brother.
Thursday was the most consequential and damaging day for the family firm in centuries, perhaps since the Glorious Revolution of 1688, or the capture of King Charles I in 1647 and his execution two years later. Certainly it is worse than Diana’s death and more threatening than the 1936 abdication crisis, because it undermines the institution itself. » | Stephen Bates | Friday, February 20, 2026
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
Sunday, February 08, 2026
Why Trump Is Putting King Charles in Grave Danger | The Daily Beast Podcast
Friday, December 12, 2025
King Charles: 'Good News' on Cancer Treatment | Speech in Full
Dec 12, 2025 | The King has revealed his cancer treatment will be reduced in the new year.
In a televised message to the nation, the monarch said he had reached a “milestone” in his treatment, calling it a “personal blessing” and giving thanks for early diagnosis and medical advances.
In a televised message to the nation, the monarch said he had reached a “milestone” in his treatment, calling it a “personal blessing” and giving thanks for early diagnosis and medical advances.
King Charles to Speak About His Cancer in Televised Message
THE NEW YORK TIMES: A video of the king discussing his “recovery journey” will air on Channel 4 on Friday as part of a national cancer awareness campaign in the U.K.
King Charles III will share a personal message about his experience with cancer in a prerecorded video message that will air on British television on Friday.
The king, 77, was diagnosed with an unspecified form of cancer last year, and the message will be broadcast as part of a national cancer awareness campaign in Britain, Buckingham Palace said in a statement.
The video will address Charles’s “recovery journey,” the palace said, and will emphasize the importance of screenings to detect cancer early.
It is expected to air at 8 p.m. local time on Channel 4, during an evening of fund-raising programs for “Stand Up to Cancer,” a charitable campaign that aims to raise money for cancer research and treatment. The video was recorded in the last week of November at Clarence House, the king’s royal residence in London. » | Francesca Regalado | Friday, December 12, 2025
King Charles III will share a personal message about his experience with cancer in a prerecorded video message that will air on British television on Friday.
The king, 77, was diagnosed with an unspecified form of cancer last year, and the message will be broadcast as part of a national cancer awareness campaign in Britain, Buckingham Palace said in a statement.
The video will address Charles’s “recovery journey,” the palace said, and will emphasize the importance of screenings to detect cancer early.
It is expected to air at 8 p.m. local time on Channel 4, during an evening of fund-raising programs for “Stand Up to Cancer,” a charitable campaign that aims to raise money for cancer research and treatment. The video was recorded in the last week of November at Clarence House, the king’s royal residence in London. » | Francesca Regalado | Friday, December 12, 2025
Sunday, November 09, 2025
King Charles Marks Remembrance Sunday at Cenotaph | BBC News
Nov 9, 2025 | King Charles III led the UK in a two-minute silence at 11:00 GMT on Sunday during the National Service of Remembrance at the Cenotaph.
He laid a wreath at the monument in central London as part of the service to remember those who died in conflict.
Services also took place in communities across the UK, including in Edinburgh, Belfast and Cardiff.
Some 10,000 armed forces veterans took part in the Royal British Legion's march-past through Whitehall, alongside around 20 World War Two veterans.
He laid a wreath at the monument in central London as part of the service to remember those who died in conflict.
Services also took place in communities across the UK, including in Edinburgh, Belfast and Cardiff.
Some 10,000 armed forces veterans took part in the Royal British Legion's march-past through Whitehall, alongside around 20 World War Two veterans.
Friday, December 08, 2023
King and Queen Plan to Visit Australia in 2024
THE TELEGRAPH: Public reaction to the visit could indicate the level of support for the monarchy in the country, where calls for republicanism are growing
The King and Queen are expected to travel to Australia and New Zealand in October CREDIT: Shutterstock
The King is planning to visit Australia next year in what is likely be a key test of his popularity as monarch, the Sydney Morning Herald has reported.
His Majesty, accompanied by the Queen, is expected to travel to Australia just before or after the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) in Samoa, which is being held in late October.
“King Charles is planning to visit Australia and New Zealand in October,” the newspaper reported, quoting an anonymous diplomatic source, who had contact with the monarch. » | Roger Maynard in Sydney | Tuesday, December 5, 2023
When I saw this photograph, I was reminded of my childhood: I was reminded of the nursery rhyme, Old King Cole was a merry old soul. And a merry old soul was he. …
As much as I respect our monarchy and our king and queen, I must say that that photo looks rather anachronistic in 2023.
Still, having a respected monarch is a whole lot safer and better than having a republic. Were we to have a republic, we could end up with a president like Trump! Just imagine that! Perish the thought! – © Mark Alexander
The King is planning to visit Australia next year in what is likely be a key test of his popularity as monarch, the Sydney Morning Herald has reported.
His Majesty, accompanied by the Queen, is expected to travel to Australia just before or after the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) in Samoa, which is being held in late October.
“King Charles is planning to visit Australia and New Zealand in October,” the newspaper reported, quoting an anonymous diplomatic source, who had contact with the monarch. » | Roger Maynard in Sydney | Tuesday, December 5, 2023
When I saw this photograph, I was reminded of my childhood: I was reminded of the nursery rhyme, Old King Cole was a merry old soul. And a merry old soul was he. …
As much as I respect our monarchy and our king and queen, I must say that that photo looks rather anachronistic in 2023.
Still, having a respected monarch is a whole lot safer and better than having a republic. Were we to have a republic, we could end up with a president like Trump! Just imagine that! Perish the thought! – © Mark Alexander
Friday, November 24, 2023
I Thought I Knew Royal Greed – but King Charles Profiting from the Assets of the Dead Is a Disgusting New Low
THE GUARDIAN: For decades, parliament has been far too lenient about the royal family’s finances. This avaricious practice needs to end
‘Over the centuries, the royals have continually bleated poverty and demanded more money from the taxpayer.’ Photograph: Reuters
As a royal author, I have come across plentiful examples of royal greed. It is standard practice for the royals to seek to minimise their personal expenditure while maximising their income from other sources, normally the public purse.
But the revelation that King Charles III’s personal slush fund, the Duchy of Lancaster, is having its already bulging coffers augmented by the estates of people who die in parts of England with historical links to the royal estate plumbs new depths of disgusting avarice.
Like many so-called traditions, the feudal hangover that is bona vacantia should have been consigned to the dustbin of history centuries ago, but it has been all too tempting for successive royals to preserve this royal fruit machine that pays out again and again. Over the past 10 years, it has collected more than £60m.
Under this system, the Duchy of Cornwall, owned by Prince William, can claim the assets of people who die in Cornwall intestate – without a will – if no relatives can be found. Charles’s Duchy of Lancaster does the same when their last known residence is within what was historically known as Lancashire county palatine. » | Norman Baker | Friday, November 24, 2023
As I have said before, it’s a case of gold, diamonds, emeralds, rubies and sapphires for the royal family, and millions upon millions and millions per annum in pounds, but for the people, a few crumbs will have to do. And you’re lucky to get a few of those! Scratch around under your master’s table; collect what you can! According to French legend, at least Marie Antoinette had the generosity of spirit to tell the French peasants to eat cake!
Many years ago, I had the privilege of living for four years in Zürich, Switzerland. And what a great privilege that was! And what an eye-opener, too! A far superior way of life; and a far superior mentality as well. I so wish that this country could be run like Switzerland is run. There, it is taken for granted that it is not only the privileged few who deserve to live the good life. La dolce vita is afforded the many.
I have never heard of the working poor in Switzerland having to go to food banks to put food on the table for their young children. Nor have I heard of people being homeless and sleeping rough on the streets. So, if the Swiss are able to achieve such high standards, why can’t we?
There is something so grotesque and repulsive seeing a few people at the top of our society being able to live in grand splendour whilst the rest of us are expected simply to look on, fawn, and be grateful for small mercies.
One would have thought that in the twenty-first century, things would have turned out differently. I am not actually a republican, but when it comes to royalty, the government (of whatever stripe and hue) can find no end of money; yet when it comes, for example, to the triple lock, it is said to be unsustainable. Unsustainability is not a problem, however, when it comes to the finincing of the super-privileged lifestyles of the royal family.
This is the sad state of our once proud, Imperial nation. – © Mark Alexander
As a royal author, I have come across plentiful examples of royal greed. It is standard practice for the royals to seek to minimise their personal expenditure while maximising their income from other sources, normally the public purse.
But the revelation that King Charles III’s personal slush fund, the Duchy of Lancaster, is having its already bulging coffers augmented by the estates of people who die in parts of England with historical links to the royal estate plumbs new depths of disgusting avarice.
Like many so-called traditions, the feudal hangover that is bona vacantia should have been consigned to the dustbin of history centuries ago, but it has been all too tempting for successive royals to preserve this royal fruit machine that pays out again and again. Over the past 10 years, it has collected more than £60m.
Under this system, the Duchy of Cornwall, owned by Prince William, can claim the assets of people who die in Cornwall intestate – without a will – if no relatives can be found. Charles’s Duchy of Lancaster does the same when their last known residence is within what was historically known as Lancashire county palatine. » | Norman Baker | Friday, November 24, 2023
As I have said before, it’s a case of gold, diamonds, emeralds, rubies and sapphires for the royal family, and millions upon millions and millions per annum in pounds, but for the people, a few crumbs will have to do. And you’re lucky to get a few of those! Scratch around under your master’s table; collect what you can! According to French legend, at least Marie Antoinette had the generosity of spirit to tell the French peasants to eat cake!
Many years ago, I had the privilege of living for four years in Zürich, Switzerland. And what a great privilege that was! And what an eye-opener, too! A far superior way of life; and a far superior mentality as well. I so wish that this country could be run like Switzerland is run. There, it is taken for granted that it is not only the privileged few who deserve to live the good life. La dolce vita is afforded the many.
I have never heard of the working poor in Switzerland having to go to food banks to put food on the table for their young children. Nor have I heard of people being homeless and sleeping rough on the streets. So, if the Swiss are able to achieve such high standards, why can’t we?
There is something so grotesque and repulsive seeing a few people at the top of our society being able to live in grand splendour whilst the rest of us are expected simply to look on, fawn, and be grateful for small mercies.
One would have thought that in the twenty-first century, things would have turned out differently. I am not actually a republican, but when it comes to royalty, the government (of whatever stripe and hue) can find no end of money; yet when it comes, for example, to the triple lock, it is said to be unsustainable. Unsustainability is not a problem, however, when it comes to the finincing of the super-privileged lifestyles of the royal family.
This is the sad state of our once proud, Imperial nation. – © Mark Alexander
Thursday, November 23, 2023
Revealed: King Charles Secretly Profiting from the Assets of Dead Citizens
THE GUARDIAN: Exclusive: Assets of thousands of people in north-west England used to upgrade king’s property empire via archaic custom
The diversion of bona vacantia funds has proven a financial boon to the king’s estate. Composite: Guardian Design/Francis Dias/Newspix International
The king is profiting from the deaths of thousands of people in the north-west of England whose assets are secretly being used to upgrade a commercial property empire managed by his hereditary estate, the Guardian can reveal.
The Duchy of Lancaster, a controversial land and property estate that generates huge profits for King Charles III, has collected tens of millions of pounds in recent years under an antiquated system that dates back to feudal times.
Financial assets known as bona vacantia, owned by people who died without a will or known next of kin, are collected by the duchy. Over the last 10 years, it has collected more than £60m in the funds. It has long claimed that, after deducting costs, bona vacantia revenues are donated to charities.
However, only a small percentage of these revenues is being given to charity. Internal duchy documents seen by the Guardian reveal how funds are secretly being used to finance the renovation of properties that are owned by the king and rented out for profit. » | Maeve McClenaghan, Rob Evans and Henry Dyer | Thursday, November 23, 2023
‘He would turn in his grave’: the dead whose assets went to King Charles’s estate: For those who die with no will or heirs in parts of England, the king’s estate claims their assets. Here are some of their stories »
How royal estates use bona vacantia to collect money from dead people: Latin term meaning ‘vacant goods’ relates to people who die without a will or known heirs »
The king is profiting from the deaths of thousands of people in the north-west of England whose assets are secretly being used to upgrade a commercial property empire managed by his hereditary estate, the Guardian can reveal.
The Duchy of Lancaster, a controversial land and property estate that generates huge profits for King Charles III, has collected tens of millions of pounds in recent years under an antiquated system that dates back to feudal times.
Financial assets known as bona vacantia, owned by people who died without a will or known next of kin, are collected by the duchy. Over the last 10 years, it has collected more than £60m in the funds. It has long claimed that, after deducting costs, bona vacantia revenues are donated to charities.
However, only a small percentage of these revenues is being given to charity. Internal duchy documents seen by the Guardian reveal how funds are secretly being used to finance the renovation of properties that are owned by the king and rented out for profit. » | Maeve McClenaghan, Rob Evans and Henry Dyer | Thursday, November 23, 2023
‘He would turn in his grave’: the dead whose assets went to King Charles’s estate: For those who die with no will or heirs in parts of England, the king’s estate claims their assets. Here are some of their stories »
How royal estates use bona vacantia to collect money from dead people: Latin term meaning ‘vacant goods’ relates to people who die without a will or known heirs »
Wednesday, November 08, 2023
King Charles III Opens Parliament for the First Time as Monarch
O Silicon Valley! Hurry! Move over! The Brits are coming. – Mark
Tuesday, November 07, 2023
Anti-Monarchy Protesters Shout at King Charles before King’s Speech at Parliament
Wow! What can one say? I'm shocked! I have never seen anything like this in my country before. But, on second thoughts, one can say the following: Far too much privilege, ostentation and wealth on display in the face of abject poverty and suffering for so many. It's a case of billions for the few, but crumbs for the many. Diamonds, emeralds and rubies for the super-privileged few and foodbanks, tents and sleeping bags for the seriously underprivileged.
History tells us much about outcomes in such scenarios. Those in the Establishment need to put their thinking caps on! The successful government of tomorrow will not be the one that takes a man's right to smoke a cigarette away; rather, it will be the government that brings prosperity to the many. – © Mark Alexander
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