- The US ambassador to the UK, Warren Stephens, has warned against cancelling King Charles's planned state visit to the US, stating it would be a mistake.
- The Independent has learned that Congressional and Senate leaders are preparing for King Charles to deliver a joint address during the week beginning 27 April.
- The potential visit is being overshadowed by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East and criticism from President Trump, who reportedly views King Charles as a personal friend.
- A source in Washington involved with the organisation of the visit told The Independent that Trump “will go ballistic” if the visit is cancelled “and blame the prime minister.”
- Senior politicians, including Dame Emily Thornberry and Sir Ed Davey, have called for the visit to be scrapped, arguing it would be inappropriate given the current global situation and could be seen as a diplomatic win for President Trump.
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