King Charles' US Visit: Royal Spectacle & Shifting Opinions

0:00On April 29, King Charles and Queen Camilla's visit to the United States grabbed everyone's attention this week, pulling networks away from there. Usual political fights for some straight up royal spectacle. Despite America breaking free from the British crown 250 years back, folks from all sides tuned in as the king hit the White House South. Lawn, spoke to Congress, and headed to New York. Tensions between Washington and London over the war in Iran made the timing tricky, but the reception stayed warm across the political aisle. President Trump, a big royals fan, stuck to praising the deep US-UK bonds without digging into disagreements, calling out shared history and courage. From across the E, Americans reacted with standing ovation in Congress, only the second time of British monarch addressed a joint session and praise from conservatives. Who saw the king as a proud voice for Britain, unlike their view of Prime Minister Keir Starmer? Trump even joked that Democrats stood for Charles like they never do for Republicans.

1:03Google searches for the king spiked 20 to 50 times normal levels during his speeches, showing real buzz. While polls from earlier this year pegged his favorability at just 42 percent way below Queen Elizabeth's 67 percent or princess. Diana's 76 experts say the trip is shifting opinions, especially with his witty remarks landing big. New York stops, like the 9-11 Memorial, boosted British theme spots, and everyday people expressed hope it'll ease strains and keep traditions. Alive, even if no one's waving a magic wand for quick fixes. From around the world, powered by AI, this is Global News Today. I'm Corey with The Story.