The King in Washington: Charles’s real job this week

About this episode

The episode discusses King Charles's state visit to Washington and its implications for UK-U.S. relations, alongside key political developments in the UK.

Can King Charles save the UK-U.S. special relationship? As the King touches down in Washington for a state visit, Anne – who was at the White House correspondent’s dinner – describes the moment a security incident plunged the night into chaos. With a critical three days ahead Sam and Anne discuss the high stakes diplomacy facing Britain and whether the strained relationship could be reset. Back in Westminster, with Parliament days from prorogation, Sam runs through the key government bills hanging in the balance and previews a major day at the Foreign Affairs Committee, as the Peter Mandelson scandal rumbles on. Plus, with 10 days until the local and national elections what options does Keir Starmer have on the table post polling day?

People in this episode

Hosts: Anne, Sam

Topics covered

• UK-U.S. relations
• diplomacy
• government bills
• local elections
• political analysis

Keywords

• King Charles
• UK-U.S. special relationship
• diplomacy
• government bills
• Keir Starmer
• local elections
• Peter Mandelson

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: White House, Foreign Affairs Committee

Places: UK, U.S.

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