King Charles III’s Private Dislike of Donald Trump Revealed

King Charles III harbors a strong private dislike for Donald Trump, according to royal author Tina Brown, as the monarch prepares for a state visit to the United States next week. Brown, a former editor at Vanity Fair, reports that a royal advisor confided in her about the King’s feelings.

Trump’s Criticism of Pope Leo XIV a Key Concern

A Deeply Rooted Aversion

The King is particularly distressed by Trump’s criticisms of Pope Leo XIV. Brown describes the King’s aversion to Trump as ‘visceral’ and highlights his long-standing commitment to interfaith understanding.

Intervention Regarding NATO Commitment

Trump’s public condemnation of the Pope – accusing him of being ‘weak’ and catering to the ‘radical Left’ – is said to have been particularly upsetting to the King. Brown also reveals that Charles privately intervened in January when Trump questioned the commitment of NATO troops in Afghanistan.

This intervention prompted a subsequent clarification from Trump on Truth Social praising UK soldiers, a rare instance of Trump retracting a controversial statement following a private rebuke from the palace.

Upcoming State Visit Details

The state visit, scheduled from April 27th to 30th, commemorates the 250th anniversary of American independence. It is viewed by the palace as an opportunity to navigate the complex transatlantic relationship and bolster the King’s image domestically.

Itinerary and Engagements

The itinerary includes a private tea with the President and First Lady, a commemoration of the September 11th attacks, an address to both houses of Congress – a rare honor for a British monarch – and a state dinner hosted by Trump. The royal couple will also travel to Virginia to engage with local communities and experience Appalachian culture.

Potential Complications

However, the visit is also shadowed by calls for a meeting between the King and Queen and victims of Jeffrey Epstein, a request complicated by ongoing legal investigations and the King’s constitutional role. Despite existing tensions, Trump has stated that his strained relationship with Sir Keir Starmer will not overshadow the state visit.