New Insights into Queen Elizabeth II's Relationship with Donald Trump

Queen Elizabeth II and Donald Trump met on multiple occasions, and she appeared to enjoy his company, despite some reports suggesting otherwise. While Trump has publicly expressed his fondness for the late monarch, claiming a positive relationship, accounts of her feelings towards him have varied. However, in a recent biography about King Charles, royal author Robert Hardman provides a clearer picture based on conversations with the Queen's staff.

Hardman's research indicates a positive rapport between the two leaders, highlighting shared interests. They reportedly connected over topics related to Scotland, where they both had land and family ties. According to The Daily Mail, Hardman wrote that their conversations extended beyond casual small talk, delving into policy matters. Staff members noted Trump's energetic demeanor, contrasting it with the experience of a later visit by Joe Biden.

Their initial meeting in 2018, prior to the 2019 state visit, reportedly exceeded its scheduled time by twenty minutes, suggesting a genuine connection. Hardman's book also refutes claims of Trump being rude or disrespectful, such as keeping the Queen waiting or violating protocol. A member of the Queen's staff clarified that Trump was actually early for his formal greeting. Furthermore, it's believed that Trump, like other visitors inspecting the Troops, was instructed to walk ahead. This new information emerges shortly before Donald Trump's planned visit to the UK in September, where he will be hosted by King Charles and Queen Camilla at Windsor Castle.