President Donald Trump faced disappointment during his second state visit, as adverse weather conditions led to a scaled-back event. Despite a warm welcome at Windsor estate with First Lady Melania Trump and the royal family, including a military display at Windsor Castle, the planned flypast over the castle was reduced.
Originally, four F-35 military jets were set to participate, symbolizing a historic moment of US-UK unity. Although the Red Arrows display proceeded as planned, the F-35 planes did not take off. During the visit, King Charles, President Trump, Queen Camilla, and Melania watched the Red Arrows flyover, with blue, white, and red smoke coloring the sky.
Earlier, Kensington Palace confirmed a cordial meeting between Prince William, Princess Kate, and the Trumps inside Windsor Castle, though details remain undisclosed. Meanwhile, protesters voiced their discontent with the US President’s visit, demonstrating outside Windsor Castle. One protester, Yelena Radjenovic, criticized Trump’s government as aggressive and self-serving, highlighting concerns about Ukraine and urging stricter actions towards Putin.
The visit continues amidst mixed reactions, as supporters and protesters make their voices heard.