Trump Backs Royal Visit Reset: Ex-president bets on palace charm; Starmer rifts still loom

Donald Trump believes King Charles III’s upcoming US visit will mend frayed Washington-London ties, despite trade, security, and policy disagreements. He praised the King as a “fantastic man” and “brave.” While the royal tour aims to strengthen historic bonds, underlying tensions persist over immigration, energy, and foreign policy, with the US also eyeing tariffs on digital services.