Trump State Visit LIVE: President to meet King today after four arrests over protest stunt

US President Donald Trump praised the UK as he touched down last night for a two-day state visit. Pomp and Pageantry await Trump and the First Lady, as the King rolls out the red carpet for his guest. Mr Trump appears elated to be reunited with the monarch, as he said yesterday night: "My relationship is very good with the UK, and Charles, as you know, who's now King, is my friend. It's the first time this has ever happened where somebody was honoured twice. So, it's a great honour." Describing the King and Queen Camilla as long-time friends, he also said: "They're friends of mine for a long time, long before he was King, and it's an honour to have him as King. I think he represents the country so well, I've watched, he's such an elegant gentleman."

Sir Keir Starmer hopes to capitalise on the US President's love of the monarchy to secure new investment deals between the two countries and engage in meaningful discussions on issues such as Ukraine, Gaza and tariffs. Security in Windsor is extremely tight, with police erecting a 7-foot fence around the Castle and a heavy police presence descending on the historic Berkshire town. The president will not have any public-facing engagements throughout his visit, as thousands are expected to protest against his state visit. Highlights of his state visit include a carriage ride through the Windsor estate, a ceremonial welcome and a white-tie banquet with some 160 guests.

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