‘No Closer Friends Than the British,’ Trump Says as He Welcomes King Charles

Former President Donald Trump emphasized the strength of the U.S.-U.K. relationship while welcoming King Charles, stating that there are “no closer friends than the British” and highlighting the historic ties that bind the two nations. The meeting underscored decades of diplomatic, military, and cultural cooperation, with Trump pointing to shared values, mutual defense commitments, and economic partnerships as foundations of the alliance. He referenced the enduring “special relationship” and expressed appreciation for the monarchy’s role in maintaining continuity and goodwill between the countries. The remarks came during a formal reception where both leaders acknowledged the importance of transatlantic unity on global security, trade, and democratic institutions. Trump’s comments framed the visit as a reaffirmation of longstanding friendship, noting that collaboration with the United Kingdom remains central to U.S. foreign policy regardless of political changes on either side of the Atlantic.