The King is coming. Don’t mention the war!

Published April 15, 2026 11:45am ET | Updated April 15, 2026 11:58am ET



Welcome to Wednesday’s Washington Secrets. British officials last night unveiled plans for the King’s state visit, which runs from April 27 to 30. The emphasis? Less president, more people. Plus, we take a look at the Rose Garden photo op that was sort of fake but not totally fake. And is JD Vance starting to make his move?

King Charles III will meet President Donald Trump at least five times during his state visit at the end of the month.

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