King Charles calls for international cooperation in historic address to Congress
King Charles III addressed a joint meeting of Congress, emphasizing the importance of international cooperation and the shared values between the U.S. and the U.K. The speech marked the second-ever address to Congress by a British monarch and the first in 35 years.
King Charles III addressed a joint meeting of Congress, stressing the need for international cooperation. He noted the historic reconciliation between the U.S. and U.K., highlighting the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Charles received applause from lawmakers, with some Democrats standing for his call to protect the environment, while Republicans mostly remained seated. The speech was the second-ever by a British monarch to Congress, following Queen Elizabeth II's address in 1991. Lawmakers praised Charles' speech, with Rep. Dan Meuser calling it 'fantastic' and Sen. Lindsey Graham describing it as a 'terrific combo of wit, humor, history and appreciation'. The address focused on the unique history of division and reconciliation between the two nations, with Charles urging continued cooperation to defend shared values.
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