- Donald Trump made an official state visit to London, receiving a lavish welcome from King Charles III and Queen Camilla.
- British journalist Tom Sykes criticized the royals, claiming the ceremony was excessive and “debasing.”
- Trump and the royal family toured the Royal Collection exhibition at Windsor Castle.
- UK protesters projected images of Trump alongside Jeffrey Epstein onto Windsor Castle to show disapproval.
- The extravagant reception sparked debates about tradition, diplomacy, and political pressure.
- The Windsors were likely motivated by diplomatic and trade considerations with the U.S.
- The visit highlighted tensions between ceremonial protocol and public perception.
President Donald Trump visited London this week for an official state visit, drawing both media attention and public criticism. The lavish reception he received from the royal family, including King Charles III and Queen Camilla, sparked intense debate among British commentators.
Journalist Tom Sykes described the royal welcome as overly extravagant, accusing the United Kingdom of “debasing” itself to please Trump. He highlighted the ceremony at Windsor Castle as excessive, suggesting the royals compromised their traditions in an effort to cater to the former U.S. president.
During the visit, Trump, First Lady Melania Trump, King Charles, and Queen Camilla toured the Royal Collection exhibition, an event that was widely covered by the press. Meanwhile, protesters in the UK projected large images of Trump alongside Jeffrey Epstein onto the walls of Windsor Castle to express their disapproval. Authorities reported that the projections did not pose a security threat, though they added a layer of controversy to the visit.
Observers noted that the extravagant ceremony was likely influenced by political considerations, including trade and diplomatic relations with the United States. Despite criticism, the Windsors followed protocol, balancing centuries-old traditions with the demands of contemporary statecraft.
