King Charles Offers President Trump a Playful Nod to History During State Dinner
During a state dinner at the White House on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, King Charles III delivered a toast to President Donald Trump that included a lighthearted reference to the Boston Tea Party. The King’s visit aims to reinforce the strong relationship between the United Kingdom and the United States, particularly as the U.S. Approaches its 250th anniversary.
“It is a extremely considerable improvement on the Boston Tea Party,” King Charles quipped, as reported by Buckingham Palace in a transcript of his speech.
A Historic Visit and Royal Connections
King Charles’s address to a joint session of Congress preceded the state dinner. He spoke of the “kinship and friendship” between the two nations and acknowledged his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, as the last British monarch to visit the U.S. Nearly two decades ago.
The state dinner was attended by a distinguished group including U.S. Supreme Court justices, elected officials, CEOs, and professional golfer Rory McIlroy. President Trump and First Lady Melania Trump hosted King Charles and Queen Camilla.
White House Social Media Acknowledges the Royal Visit
The White House’s official X account marked the occasion by posting a photo of President Trump and King Charles with the caption “TWO KINGS,” accompanied by a crown emoji. This post occurred while King Charles was addressing Congress on the importance of checks and balances on executive power.
Continuing the State Visit
Following their time in Washington, D.C., King Charles and Queen Camilla are continuing their four-day state visit to New York City and Virginia. This marks their first official state visit to the United States.