Trump Receives Royal Welcome in Windsor as UK Rolls Out Unprecedented Pageantry
- Capitol Times
- Sep 17, 2025
- 2 min read
Windsor, UK – President Donald Trump was greeted with grandeur and respect by King Charles and senior members of the Royal Family on the first official day of his highly anticipated state visit to the United Kingdom.
The President and First Lady Melania Trump arrived in magnificent carriages at Windsor Castle’s historic quadrangle, where they reviewed a massive guard of honor assembled across the perfectly kept lawns. Queen Camilla, along with the Prince and Princess of Wales, joined the welcome, while military bands performed the U.S. national anthem in a striking display of solidarity between the two nations.
This marks Trump’s second state visit to Britain, and it is being described as even more elaborate than his first. The visit has blended royal ceremony, high-level trade discussions, and crucial international diplomacy.
The bond between King Charles and President Trump appeared warm as the two shared lighthearted moments during the parade. At one point, the King humorously cautioned the President about the sharp sword of a soldier standing nearby. Trump, ever attentive, was impressed when given a tour of St. George’s Chapel, marveling at its grandeur and calling it “What a place, what a place.” When reviewing historic documents tied to America’s founding, Trump affirmed, “The real deal.”
In private talks with the Prince and Princess of Wales, Trump reportedly told Catherine, Princess of Wales, that she looked “beautiful,” underscoring the cordial and personal tone of the day.
The President, a lifelong admirer of the late Queen Elizabeth II, laid a wreath and paid his respects at her tomb, demonstrating the deep respect he holds for Britain’s beloved monarch.
The British government spared no effort in this ceremonial welcome, assembling an unprecedented guard of honor of over 1,300 soldiers, sailors, and airmen — the largest ever for a state visit. Clearly, London is determined to strengthen the “special relationship” with Washington, particularly in securing America’s ongoing role in NATO and backing for Ukraine.
Despite a handful of anti-monarchy and left-wing agitators attempting to stage protests, their voices were drowned out by the sheer scale and dignity of the occasion.
Later in the day, Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer stood alongside Trump to watch a dazzling flypast by the Red Arrows over Windsor, though poor weather prevented American F-35 jets from joining the show.
The highlight of the visit will be Wednesday night’s grand banquet at St. George’s Hall, where both King Charles and President Trump will deliver speeches. The lavish dinner will showcase a menu symbolizing the deep bond between Britain and the United States.
President Trump’s visit has already made history, reinforcing his role as a statesman who commands respect on the world stage — and sending a clear message that the U.S.-UK alliance under his leadership is stronger than ever.
