King Charles's US visit 'can't come quickly enough' as Donald Trump's fury at Keir Starmer grows

King Charles's US visit 'can't come quickly enough' as Donald Trump's fury at Keir Starmer grows
Donald Trump slams Keir Starmer as he says 'it's not Churchill we're dealing with' |

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Dorothy Reddin

By Dorothy Reddin


Published: 05/03/2026

- 19:10

The transatlantic rift erupted publicly last month

The Royal Family has earned the moniker "Trump Whisperers" among diplomats, sources have claimed.

Their ability to charm the American president is understood to have made them the Government's last resort as relations between London and Washington plummet to what insiders describe as an "all-time low."


President Trump has launched repeated public attacks on Sir Keir Starmer, including branding him "not Winston Churchill".

"The royal visit can't come quickly enough," one source close to the negotiations told the Telegraph.

King Charles, Donald Trump and Keir Starmer

King Charles's US visit 'can't come quickly enough' as Donald Trump's fury at Keir Starmer grows

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The transatlantic rift erupted publicly last month when Mr Trump castigated the Prime Minister over the Chagos Islands agreement.

Despite Downing Street eventually permitting American forces to use RAF bases for strikes on Iran, White House fury persists over the initial refusal.

President Trump previously confirmed that the King and Queen are coming to the US "very soon", though Palace sources have stressed the trip remains "a matter for Government".

Their visit would mark the 250th anniversary of American independence, with King Charles following the path his late mother took half a century earlier.

For the bicentenary in 1976, Elizabeth II and Prince Philip crossed the Atlantic in a gesture of friendship.

Donald Trump and Keir Starmer

Donald Trump has called Keir Starmer a 'loser who has no future'

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The Queen delivered a gracious address acknowledging George III, her direct ancestor, and his defeat by colonial revolutionaries.

Washington officials are banking on this return state visit to ease tensions that have rarely felt so severe.

"If they could bring it forward, they would," one Government source claimed. Another warned bluntly: "There is no other way" to reset the relationship.

According to reports, a second royal expedition is being considered, with the Prince and Princess of Wales potentially travelling to the US in July.

Such a visit would be a major event; Catherine has not undertaken any official overseas engagements since her illness, and the White House is reportedly eager to host the couple.

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The Princess of Wales was seated next to US President Donald Trump at last year's State Banquet

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Sources have drawn parallels to the celebrated 1985 occasion when Diana, Princess of Wales danced with John Travolta at the White House.

A similarly striking moment staged by William and Catherine would represent a significant achievement for their American hosts.

The princess's participation will hinge on family considerations, as the couple prioritise their children's stability and seldom travel abroad together for extended periods without them.

The president's fondness for three generations of the Royal Family is well documented, rooted partly in his Scottish maternal heritage.

He has described the late Queen as a "fantastic person" and called the King a "great gentleman." In addition, Prince William was called "really very handsome" by the US President.

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Queen Camilla, King Charles, Donald Trump and Melania Trump pictured in September 2025

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During last year's Windsor Castle state banquet, Mr Trump reportedly asked to be seated beside Catherine and left "bowled over" by the hospitality.

Despite the diplomatic potential, significant risks accompany any royal visit; there are concerns Mr Trump might exploit a state dinner speech or press conference to criticise British political leadership while the cameras roll.

"Will he treat the royals nicely but use the media attention to say how disappointed he is in the UK and Starmer?" one source questioned.

The Government is reportedly considering postponing substantive tariff discussions until after King Charles has spent time with Mr Trump, hoping the "mood in camp" will improve.

"How much longer can we rely on using the royals as a sort of human shield between Trump and Starmer?" one insider asked.