“So, I come here today with the highest respect for the United States Congress; this citadel of democracy created to represent the voice of all American people to advance sacred rights and freedoms.”
Reflecting on the past, the King added:
“Speaking in this renowned chamber of debate and deliberation, I cannot help but think of my late mother, Queen Elizabeth II, who, in 1991, was also afforded this signal honor and similarly spoke under the watchful eye of the Statue of Freedom above us. Today, I am here on this great occasion in the life of our Nations to express the highest regard and friendship of the British people to the people of the United States.”
Controversy Over Trump’s Gestures
Despite Trump’s well-known admiration for the Royal Family, some observers felt he may have overlooked traditional etiquette. Although bowing is not required, certain customs still apply—particularly around physical contact.
Photos from the visit show Trump patting King Charles on the back, touching his knee in the Oval Office, and placing a hand on Queen Camilla’s arm. These moments sparked debate online, with one user calling the gesture “so disrespectful.”
Others echoed similar concerns: