Trump Jokes About Moving Into Buckingham Palace Ahead of King Charles Visit: ‘I’ll Talk to the King and Queen’

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WASHINGTON — With King Charles III and Queen Camilla just minutes away from arriving at the White House for their long-awaited state visit, President Donald Trump took to Truth Social with a typically audacious quip — joking that he might use the occasion to secure a permanent residence at Buckingham Palace.

His comments followed a news report by the Daily Mail that uncovered a genealogical link between Trump and the British monarch. According to the research, Trump and King Charles are 15th cousins, with a shared ancestor in the 3rd Earl of Lennox, who was the great-grandson of King James II of Scotland .

“Wow, that’s nice. I’ve always wanted to live in Buckingham Palace!!! I’ll talk to the King and Queen about this in a few minutes!!!”
— President Donald J. Trump, via Truth Social

The President’s statement, shared widely on Tuesday morning, was greeted with a mix of amusement and raised eyebrows, given the serious diplomatic backdrop of the visit, which also marks the 250th anniversary of American independence .

👑 The Royal Connection: 15th Cousins

The genealogical link is considered historically interesting but distantly related, given the interwoven nature of European aristocratic lineages. However, Trump’s reaction was not one of quiet reflection but of high-voltage political theater.

His remark is a trademark blend of sarcasm and showmanship, leaning into the absurdity of the claim rather than seriously petitioning for a Royal residence . It comes after Trump previously courted the British monarchy, receiving a lavish state visit to the UK last year at the invitation of Prime Minister Keir Starmer .

🤝 A High-Stakes Diplomatic Meeting

The lighthearted social media post belies the gravity of the royal visit. Trump, who has repeatedly lambasted British Prime Minister Keir Starmer over London’s refusal to join the U.S. war effort against Iran, appears to maintain a distinct friendship with the monarch.

King Charles, 77, who is battling cancer, is on the second day of a four-day U.S. trip aimed at mending the strained “special relationship” . The visit carries heightened stakes following a shooting at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner in Washington just 48 hours earlier, which prompted an urgent security review by Buckingham Palace .

The monarch’s agenda includes a ceremonial welcome featuring a 21-gun salute, a private meeting with Trump in the Oval Office, and a grand state dinner in the evening . On Tuesday, Charles will make history as only the second British monarch to address a joint session of the U.S. Congress, following Queen Elizabeth II’s address in 1991 .

👑 The King’s Message: ‘Come Together’

While Trump joked about moving in, the King is expected to focus on pulling the two nations closer together. According to excerpts of his speech circulating ahead of the address, Charles plans to call for “reconciliation and renewal” in the transatlantic alliance .

“Time and again, our two countries have always found ways to come together.”
— Expected excerpt from King Charles III’s address to Congress

For the Trumps and the Royals, the day promises a mix of diplomatic gravity, royal charm, and perhaps a few more jokes about a shared family tree.

Trump is expected to host the royals for a private tea and a tour of the White House grounds before the formal state dinner on Tuesday evening .

📊 Key Takeaways from the Royal Visit

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Updated: April 28, 2026