Trump: Strange things are happening in UK

Trump: Strange things are happening in UK

President Donald Trump has extended a surprise invitation to former British ambassador to the US, Dame Karen Pierce, to attend the upcoming UK state banquet, according to a report [1]. This move comes as Trump is set to embark on a historic second state visit to England later this month, with King Charles and the rest of the royals preparing to welcome the president with open arms.

Trump's invitation to Pierce is a notable gesture, especially given her tenure as the UK’s permanent representative to the United Nations from 2020 to February 2025. She is considered one of the UK’s best assets, and her inclusion in the state banquet could signal a strengthening of US-UK ties [1].

The state banquet is expected to be attended by more than 150 people, including royals, politicians, and high-profile public figures with links to both the UK and US. Lord Peter Mandelson, the current British ambassador to the US, is also expected to attend, despite his previous criticism of Trump. Mandelson has since backtracked on his remarks, expressing his admiration for Trump and his dynamism [1].

Trump’s upcoming visit to the UK falls during a time when the UK parliament is in recess, meaning he will not be addressing parliament. This decision has been met with mixed reactions, with some Members of Parliament urging the House of Commons speaker to deny Trump the honor [1].

The state visit is set to take place from September 17 to 19, 2025. Trump will be hosted at Windsor Castle, a switch from the usual venue of Buckingham Palace, which is currently undergoing renovations [3]. The visit is significant as it marks the first time a second-term president has been invited for an official state visit [3].

Trump's health has been a subject of speculation, with rumors swirling online. However, recent photos of him playing golf have helped to dispel these concerns [3]. The President has previously expressed his admiration for the royal family, and his visit to the UK is expected to be a significant event in both US and UK political calendars [3].

References:
[1] https://nypost.com/2025/09/02/us-news/trump-issues-surprise-invitation-to-uk-state-banquet-hosted-by-king-charles-report/
[2] https://www.townsvillebulletin.com.au/news/world/us-politics-live/live-coverage/1aeca74f0a198b796d899a93df7bf1b3?nk=c59096c80e313678fbb651db83962838-1757017220
[3] https://www.londonworld.com/news/donald-trump-state-visit-london-this-month-5299546