King Charles to Address Congress on April 28

The British monarch will visit Washington during a trip to mark the 250th anniversary of U.S. independence.

Apr. 1, 2026 at 1:38pm

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Britain's King Charles will address a joint session of Congress on April 28 during his visit to Washington, House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., announced. Charles and his wife, Queen Camilla, will travel to the U.S. as part of a long-planned trip to mark the 250th anniversary of American independence.

Why it matters

This will be the first address to Congress by a British monarch since 1991, when Queen Elizabeth II spoke. The visit underscores the continued close ties between the U.S. and the United Kingdom, two key allies on the global stage.

The details

King Charles and Queen Camilla's visit to the U.S. is part of a broader trip to mark the 250th anniversary of American independence. The address to Congress on April 28 will be a centerpiece of their visit to Washington.

  • King Charles and Queen Camilla will visit the U.S. in April 2026.
  • The address to Congress is scheduled for April 28, 2026.

The players

King Charles

The reigning monarch of the United Kingdom, who ascended to the throne in 2022 following the death of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II.

Queen Camilla

The wife of King Charles and the current Queen Consort of the United Kingdom.

Mike Johnson

The Republican Congressman from Louisiana who serves as the Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives.

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What they’re saying

“King Charles and Queen Camilla's visit to the United States will be an important opportunity to celebrate our nations' special relationship and shared history.”

— Mike Johnson, Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives

What’s next

The specific details of King Charles and Queen Camilla's itinerary during their U.S. visit are still being finalized and will be announced at a later date.

The takeaway

The upcoming address by King Charles to a joint session of Congress underscores the enduring ties between the United States and the United Kingdom, two close allies whose relationship has evolved over centuries but remains a cornerstone of global diplomacy.