King Charles Confirms Donald Trump’s Second UK State Visit for September, Avoiding Parliamentary Address

Buckingham Palace has officially announced that former US President Donald Trump will undertake an unprecedented second state visit to the United Kingdom from September 17-19, 2025. King Charles will host Trump and his wife, Melania, at Windsor Castle during the three-day trip.

A significant detail of the scheduling is that the visit coincides with the UK Parliament’s traditional recess for annual party conferences. This timing effectively removes the possibility of Trump addressing Parliament, a prospect that had drawn considerable opposition from some Members of Parliament. Previous US Presidents, including Bill Clinton and Barack Obama, have delivered speeches to both houses, as did French President Emmanuel Macron recently.

This upcoming visit marks Trump as the first elected politician in modern history to be granted two state visits to the UK, following his initial visit in 2019. The invitation for a second visit was first extended by King Charles in February, delivered via Labour leader Keir Starmer during a meeting at the White House.

Despite efforts to mitigate controversy, such as the avoidance of a parliamentary speech, the visit is expected to draw significant public interest and potential protests, reminiscent of the large demonstrations during his 2019 trip. Trump’s past interactions, including a social media spat with London Mayor Sadiq Khan and perceived breaches of royal protocol, have previously generated headlines.

Discussions during the visit are anticipated to cover various topics, including ongoing trade negotiations. Prime Minister Keir Starmer has reportedly cultivated a productive relationship with Trump, securing some concessions on tariffs, though further progress on issues like steel exports remains a key objective. The visit underscores the complex and evolving relationship between the UK and the US, particularly with a potential future Trump presidency.

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