King Charles receives standing ovation in US Congress after address

Terry & dog 🦮...🇨🇦🍁179

He's touched on accepting other religion, climate change, protecting nature, united nations, working with Europe, all the things Trump hates, but Trump probably didnt get any of it.

forced2bnice2u.bsky.social87

Well damn came to Trump’s house and slapped him in the face! 🤭🤭🤭

Anna 🌟🐶🐈‍⬛🌻58

The best was when he stated that in America, executive power is to be checked rather than run rampant (paraphrasing). The King said "No Kings in America"!!! 👏👏👏

Liberal Donald J. Trump52

Now THAT’S what leadership sounds like. NATO, strong, united, not the weak, confused chaos we’ve seen elsewhere. King Charles gets it—resolve, strength, backing Ukraine, not waffling and whispering to dictators. Very classy, very firm, very winning energy. People respect that.

Joost Verhoef45

Did you notice Vance didn’t applaud and didn’t rise. Unbelievable.

Tammy35

How nice was it to listen to a speech by a leader with more than 3rd grade language skills.

Jay Shaw33

Oh cool, we're on team English King now again at year 250. Looks like we might be rejoining the UK at this rate. Hello Oceania @neilperryman.bsky.social

obg99.bsky.social29

MAGAts are going to throw a tantrum

WingFlex27

Notice Vance didn't clap for the Ukraine part.

Jay’s Art Corner19

That’ll piss of Donnie’s buddy.

simonsays2.bsky.social19

Truth! #SlavaUkraine Long live a real King.

Coherent Light18

Look. An intelligent Man. I forgot they exist!

Gia Monroe16

Can’t help but notice - are Vance and Johnson dressed identical?

Charliematt15

And that's how an excellent speech should be delivered. Did Trump understand the nuances within I wonder? Let's hope your politicians take note. Vance looked uncomfortable...

Putin, the Funking Barsteward15

You may have 'issues' with the King or royalty in general, however, what you cannot deny is the support of the King for all the democratic rights we enjoy abd the support of those that need our support. Of this, he has never cone up short.

Franca (Ph.D.) 🇨🇦14

People who can do a speech, without bragging: Charles III, Zelensky, most European leaders, Carney, etc. The one who speaks nonsense: Trump.

dahchange321.bsky.social13

Trump definitely too stupid to understand his speech

Skip hop jump 🍀💮🐳🐚🐸🐾12

Charles is an articulate leader calling for unity. Whereas the GOP are always attacking, blaming or playing the victim.

Nancy Ann ❌👑 👍🏻🐸12

That’s the Democrat side. What was happening on the other side of the room?

ReginAmerica11

America was built in no small part on European heritage: its values and its people. That shared foundation is worth protecting. Choose your allies wisely.

groaningtheblues.bsky.social11

Makes me proud to be British 🇬🇧

nservantes 🇺🇦🐸🗽🥪10

Charles was subtly calling out this "administration" on their policies regarding NATO and Ukraine, among other things. 🙏 Respect.

Grateful-1.bsky.social9

Gotta give KUDOS to Charles on his comments about NATO & UKRAINE‼️👏👏👏

calamity jim9

sitting here trying to imagine what Ukrainians make of this moment. the people clapping like seals at the idea of recognizing their courage with tangible support are the SAME people with the power to make that idea real. big disconnect.

tcunnane.bsky.social9

Uh oh, King Charles may end up in the dog house with Pope Leo if he keeps this up.

Doug Johnson 🇨🇦9

Vance wishing he was on the couch in the White House.

Chrisby9

Standing ovation, yay yay yay for Ukraine! And then the R's go hide in their offices and do what TFG tells them.

maldenrosselle.bsky.social9

King Charles using the English language with decency and compassion towards fellow human beings.

Rap Bastardz®8

And to think, for the past year or so I've attending no kings rallies -- yet this one seems kind reasonable.

pfanyc8

I'm willing to consider rejoining the British Empire.

harolddersh.bsky.social8

So refreshing to hear a competent leader speak! Haven't had that for quite some time!

Beverley Kendall Author 👩🏾‍💻📖🇨🇦🇺🇸🇬🇾 💙8

Kind of sounds like he’s lecturing Trump. In a very aristocratic way.

Fitzgerald7

Wait …..did we just tumble into a parallel universe !? Republicans giving a standing ovation to things like supporting NATO ….checks and balances ,constitutional limits to presidential power !? The titular head of the world’s oldest democracy giving the US a refresher course ?

Susan From Boston7

Well, if Trump has his way, King Charles and his successor Prince William won't be on the VIP guest list for the Ballroom.

T Ferguson7

Vance just stood there with a 'puss' on.

Gerald Glenn Saenz 🇺🇦7

If he wants an even bigger response, he should say, "Oh and by the way, Mr. President, my brother misses hanging out with you, you massive cunt."

rainbow-dash1.bsky.social6

A speech filled with grace and leadership on many counts.

SavRTruthTiger 💙🌊🌊🌊💙6

I am so DELIGHTED King Charles said these things. NUTTO despises NATO We, millions of us, most of us, keenly want to SUPPORT UKRAINE

Bimblinghill6

This is how you cash in your political capital for something worthwhile. I wish more leaders had this spirit.

julesp1.bsky.social6

So all those republicans cheered for Ukraine after leaving them hanging for help?

🎙️ 𝐌𝐢𝐤𝐞 𝐃𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐲 🎙️6

Not from Reps - if they care about keeping their jobs - bc they’re mostly all Trump’s slaves.

theMamiyaMan. 🇨🇦🇺🇦🇬🇱🇨🇺6

You've got your King, and then you've also got your fake king, both in the same room.

Jerked Gherkins6

whoa, major plot twist—king charles just went full pickle on us! but like, who knew royal tea could be this spicy? i'm here for the chaos. (re: @atrupar.com)

Jmsfmmm6

JD didn’t clap or stand 🤔

sunnyjim.bsky.social5

“WITH HELL’S HEART I STAB AT THEE”

Stargazer5

Will the UK adopt us again?

G Cameron 🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦5

My god, that's what intelligence sounds like. Unlike the gameshow host, grifter, rapist, pedophile and failed casino owner

Probablymatic 🇺🇦5

Standing ovation by all or Dems only.

🌊 For a better America 🇺🇸 🏳️‍⚧️✊🏾🏳️‍🌈5

Looks like Johnson was supporting Ukraine or maybe he wasn't paying attention and just clapped when everyone else did. Vance, not so much.

Amaryllis5

Maybe we do need a king.

Keri5

I see what he did there. Brilliant

CC Jacquie4

Many standing ovations. A class act from King Charles!!!

Vickie Carey 🦋 💙🖤❤️‍🩹🟦4

If the republicans in Congress think that deserves a standing ovation, then they should do something about it besides just standing up. Clapping is feckless. Passing a resolution that strengthens the US resolve and commitment to NATO is actually doing something.

crockwood.bsky.social4

The real king of Britain stood up more for Democracy in America thSt what the wannabe King in the US does.

jem6.bsky.social4

Had to laugh when all the republicans stood and clapped only to vote against funding Ukraine.

stefanrw.bsky.social4

I agree with this analysis. In 'royal' phrasing Charles simply shoves Trump under the carpet. www.youtube.com/watch?v=jq2U...

Sussuration 4

Your VP Vance is just so impolite

proofneeded.bsky.social4

On the pulse. Statesman and leader.

Miriam4

Great job I bet you Trump was pissed

Greg Sanderson4

Great. Republicans seemed to be like: ☹️ fine, we'll applaud. But only because we're on TV.

Ms.Carter4

Cheers to him!! Imagine how hard it’s been all day with that clown, just to be handed the mic and school him on diplomacy🤣

SilenceDogood 2.04

Bravo 👏 and good to hear strong democratic leadership from UK. 🇬🇧 Promoting our common values and principles. Thank goodness he spoke up for Ukraine 🇺🇦

Friesland vrouw 🇨🇦 🇳🇱4

Fantastic! I hoped he would say what needs to be said. And he did ... in a most eloquent way

Politics and a Movie3

We also like "The King's Speech" made in 2010. We need more speeches by Colin Firth to be honest, ngl.

redsky68.bsky.social3

Rub his nose in it, Charlie!

Not just blue, Bluey3

Frai. dy. Vance refuses to clap for Ukraine

ADaveSaysWhat3

A well-written and well-delivered speech. He made subtle but strong points. When you watch his speech next to Trump's earlier in the day it makes me want to puke.

New_Constitution3

In other words, there is only one person in the western alliance who wants to slow or stall support for Ukraine and he just happens to be president

venividistupui.bsky.social3

Less standing ovations and more balls in standing up to Putin’s bootlicker in the White House.

Dean Booth 🦆🐇3

That alone makes his visit worthwhile.

cb-2025.bsky.social3

And the value of checks and balances.

Choz51 🌊 💚 🇦🇺 🇬🇧 🇿🇦3

It’s always amazing how the British use the English language as a weapon…

Jeffrey Linback3

I smell seething from red hat wearing cretins.

Patrisha/Pea/Pipi/Pia never Pat3

Thank you, King Charles. Take that Trump.

Ethan Jacobs 🇺🇦3

I don’t want a king here, but at least this guy pulls it off with a posh accent instead of sounding like a user car salesman.

Pretti Good Ferrerman3

Why can't we have a King that can speak so eloquently?

🇺🇸🇨🇿🇺🇦⚫3

Holy Shit! Charles just dumped all over Trump!!

Ernest3

“The U.S. Supreme Court Historical Society has calculated that Magna Carta is cited in at least 160 Supreme Court cases since 1789, not least as the foundation of the principle that executive power is subject to checks and balances." #KingCharles today in his address to Congress.

Claude the Irregular Dragon (TM)2

So Republicans are showing both of their faces today. Copy that.

Cockade Brigade2

But, you'll notice no clapping from Vance until after he stood (you can see the shadow)

IM1Voice2

Except Vance, he did not even clap.

Pamela Crossley2

The last time the US public was in a comparable position to the British government, Tony Blair collapsed into sycophancy toward GWB, acquiesced to the Iraq invasion, and gave the shaft to the US public. Charles is doing it differently, at least at that moment, in front of Congress, where it counted.

barely-sane.bsky.social2

And Donald will add "as long as it doesn't cost too much money and I get the okay from Putin".

Observer2

Oh no! He spared Iran out of his Speech about NATO. Tonight trump will post a lot of tweets about what a lowIQ the king is.

Shelby Norris2

Damn, King Charles is a true statesman

Etudious2

NATO = yes! Ukraine = yes! Kings = hard pass.

Shola Hoon2

a short moment, after which republicans went back to parroting Putin

Ed2

king trump ain’t gonna like that

oldcc.bsky.social2

Well there goes a good relationship with Trump I wouldn't doubt Trump makes an excuse not to visit with King Charles anymore

superdave2687.bsky.social2

Quick question: Do you think anyone on the MAGA side of the room knew what the heck King Charles was talking about when he was referencing ’Magna Carta?’

bellatv2

Wish it showed who was Not standing and applauding

senior1953.bsky.social2

I don’t care what other people think, the British monarchy has been a good role model for moral and ethical conduct.

Pete Hegseth’s Mom2

The Least Liked King is speaking to the Least Liked King

Serenity2

Grump in the back losing his shit 🤣

Jane Austen's Political Tweets2

You just have to know that this is going to have Trump is seething and planning to give the Falklands and its surrounding oil fields to Argentina.....

Monachopsis2

I was pissing on him for even coming but good on him to speak some truth.

Dave S2

Bold, I'd say, and rightly so. Pushing it more than QE2 might have done.

Bilodea2

Draft dodging Donny won’t be too happy about that. Putin will be on the phone first thing in the morning to ask him wtf he is doing letting that guy talk to congress.

BevBall2

on the edge of the blade, well done

Tom Naysmith2

Just so the non-British know, the King's speeches are always written by the UK Government.

unclewally3.bsky.social2

King Charles is the head of state for Canada. Isn’t the fact that he does not explicitly and publicly address Donald Trump‘s attack on Canada’s sovereignty a disgraceful abdication of his responsibility?

Char Julian 🦋🌸🌴🌻🐝🌈🌞 😎2

I'm amazed that that comment didn't cause all the sycophants to pass out when they heard that. 😏

Rewa2

Nice to hear a coherent leader who can speak full sentences and understand their history and use their history to guide them.

Barry Bongfellatio, Gan.D. 🏳️‍🌈🌿🎃🧛🏻🧟👻🐈‍⬛2

the R mofos didn't even hear what he said, they are clapping like trained seals

Fabian Donato83

Weird when a king tells an elected official essentially, "bro, dial it back."

Paul Kelleher56

pretty sure he said cheques

🄼🄴🄴🄷🄰🅆🄻 ⭕25

He's had the chance to learn from an earlier Charles who insisted on unchecked Executive power: "Articles of Impeachment of King Charles I" en.wikisource.org/wiki/Article... bsky.app/profile/meeh...

Brad15

It’s fun how they think applauding the sentiment will absolve their utter failure to stand up for it.

I think the some of the speech went over the heads of a lot of MAGA including some sitting in the seats.

Mash4

Tfw you create your own Church just so you can get a divorce.

drmerle PhD 🇨🇦 💙 DM off,don't ask for$, or sell stuff3

Charleslll hit all of Trump’s bad behaviours as he was speaking for the UK government who are fed up with Trump, just like Australia and Canada

Jane Austen's Political Tweets2

Headlines from the Future, Today! This from 2027.... "Trump launches $10 billion lawsuit against UK for burning down White House in 1814" Seriously, how does this not happen?

Harry2

You gave it a shot and they might nod. But they'll follow uncle Vlad.

TensegrityFan🍋🐝🍯4

Would be easier to find this funny if Charles had met with any of the Epstein survivors bsky.app/profile/lisa...

Jill Hayward3

Well, he knows a monstrous carbuncle when he sees one.

Memories of India ,Mumbai train station3

That flew over the cuckoo's hair nest !

Phedro2

Is the gift of a bell some subtle British trolling too?

Sue2

I was once, fondly, called a smiling assassin, context of which is too lengthy to describe. The King certainly has me beaten. He absolutely nails saying difficult things with enough humour to make them impossible to argue with.

kenfinch.bsky.social3

Funny how “conserve” has absolutely no role for today’s conservative party.

n0face3

Seriously? Republicans felt something? 🥹

Alan Cordray @alancordray.bsky.social3

Thank you so much King Charles. Hopefully King DonOLD learned something from you.

Cindy Bloom2

yet they do not understand that they have been grossly insulted (and rightly so)

No Jive Turkey2

Anne Boleyn and Catherine Howard would like a word. And Mary Queen of Scots.