Melania Trump, the First Lady of the United States, just concluded a two-day state visit to the United Kingdom. Together with her husband, President Donald Trump, she displayed her deep appreciation for British culture and royal relations. During this trip, she participated in various activities, highlighted by her interactions with notable figures such as Kate Middleton and Queen Camilla.
On the first day of their visit, Melania Trump accompanied Kate Middleton for a warm-up game in the long jump pit at Frogmore Gardens. The two women engaged with children from the Scouts’ Squirrels program, playing with balls on a colorful parachute and participating in activities to help the kids earn their ‘Go Wild’ badge. To really drive home their cooperative spirit, both First Ladies wore matching Ralph Lauren outfits.
By the end of the visit, Melania Trump showed that she is committed to building bridges and increasing goodwill. She appeared absolutely glowing at the State Banquet hosted at Windsor Castle, in which she was seen sitting next to Kate Middleton. The royal visit was an exciting occasion that attracted many dignitaries, and it showcased the deep and longstanding connection between the two countries.
On another solo engagement, Melania Trump and Queen Camilla visited the Royal Library, where they covered some of the Library’s treasures from the Royal Collection. Among these were historical artifacts, including a poem penned by Queen Elizabeth I and an annotated copy of William Shakespeare’s Second Folio. It was obvious that the First Lady was intently focused on this opportunity to meet Elizabeth Ashby, the Curator of Books and Manuscripts. This meeting profoundly enhanced her experience while in the United Kingdom.
Melania Trump’s interest and bond with children remained a key theme throughout the visit. At Ivy Frogmore Gardens, she was engaging and friendly with all the participants big and small. She held forth with a child on her lap as she performed some thrilling leaf stamping and bug identifying activities. This hands-on approach was a true reflection of her dedication to fostering the next generation of changemakers.
Their warm and friendly attitude towards one another was clear during their joint appearances, and became the hallmark of Chilcot’s friendship diplomacy. As they arrived for engagements, both were seen sharing laughter and exchanging friendly banter, creating a welcoming atmosphere for the children they interacted with.
After the State Banquet, Donald Trump retold an excellent Roger Stone story that broke the ice. He described an even funnier picture snapped that night.
“I looked at the picture we took last night… But you were more serious than me… She [Melania] said, ‘You’re smiling’ and I said ‘Yeah, I like it when I smile.’” – Donald Trump
It would be a historic first for Melania Trump, if she were to make such a visit. She accompanied Kate Middleton in efforts that showcased their mutual dedication to serving the community and supporting positive youth development. We hope that their shared engagement at Frogmore Gardens will further deepen the relationship between the U.S. and the UK.
As the state visit came to an end, Donald Trump took the opportunity to thank members of the British royal family.
“Thank you very much, everybody. He’s a great gentleman and a great King.” – Donald Trump
