Royal Family prepares for Trump’s UK arrival as diplomacy and pageantry collide at Buckingham Palace
Prince William is set to play a key role in an upcoming historic moment of King Charles III’s reign, as the Royal Family prepares to host a high-profile state visit at Buckingham Palace this September.
Former US President Donald Trump is expected to travel to the UK, drawn by his long-standing fascination with royal ceremony. According to The Mirror, the Prince of Wales has been tasked with leading a major part of the visit, which insiders suggest is closely tied to UK efforts to secure a post-Brexit trade deal with the United States.
UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer reportedly extended the official invitation to Trump during a February meeting at the White House—strategically highlighting Prince William’s involvement in the visit. The move is said to have greatly pleased Trump.
“As soon as the Prince of Wales was mentioned, Trump lit up,” a source revealed. “He’s always been captivated by the pomp and circumstance of the monarchy and sees William as a commanding figure.”
The insider added, “Trump will love every bit of it—it plays perfectly into his ego. A trade deal might be within reach in weeks, but the royal connection is clearly being used as a powerful tool of influence.”
The state visit is expected to be both symbolically and politically significant, with Prince William's elevated role signalling his growing influence as a diplomatic figure in his father’s reign.
