King Charles will have 'appropriate security' for US visit, minister says

Author: bbc.comPublished on: April 26, 2026Country: United States

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King Charles will have 'appropriate security' for US visit, minister says

King Charles III is set to arrive in Washington DC on Monday, where he will be hosted by President Trump. Following shots fired at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, Minister Darren Jones assured that appropriate security measures would be in place. Shadow Home Secretary Chris Philp emphasized the need for an urgent review of security arrangements to protect the King, while stating that the visit should proceed despite the violent incidents.

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