In a stirring address to Congress, King Charles warned that today's global climate is "more volatile and more dangerous" than when his late mother spoke in 1991, and his U.S. state visit carried emotional and diplomatic moments. Read on to discover the full story!
On April 28, 2026, the 77-year-old monarch became only the second British sovereign to address a joint meeting of Congress, following Queen Elizabeth's 1991 speech. He used the platform to mark shared history and values between the nations.
Charles recalled his grandfather King George VI's 1939 visit when fascism threatened Europe, arguing that core values have endured even as the world changes. He also quoted Prime Minister Keir Starmer: "Ours is an indispensable partnership," urging that alliances must be actively maintained.