King Charles used ‘secret codes’ to show his ‘utter contempt’ for Trump
King Charles delivered a polished and widely applauded speech to the United States Congress RadarOnline.com can reveal has now led to claims that he embedded subtle criticism of Donald Trump into what was outwardly a message of unity.
The 77-year-old monarch’s 2,624-word speech, delivered during a highly sensitive period in US-Britain relations, marked only the second time a British ruler has addressed Congress.
The king received 12 standing ovations and laughter from lawmakers across party lines, while Trump himself praised the performance, saying, “He gave a great speech. I was very jealous.”
Yet analysts and observers have since pointed to carefully worded passages that seemed to diverge from the president’s positions on NATO, Ukraine, climate policy and the executive branch.
Charles’ speech came amid ongoing tensions over Trump’s stance on Iran, his criticism of European allies and his wavering support for Kiev.
He said: “American leadership helped rebuild a shattered continent and played a decisive role as a defender of freedom in Europe. Today, our partnerships in NATO deepen our technological and military cooperation and ensure that together we can meet the challenges of an increasingly complex and contested world.”
Charles added: “Our defence, intelligence and security ties are linked by relationships measured not in years, but in decades.”
Sources familiar with diplomatic responses say the king’s wording was interpreted by some as a deliberate, if understated, rebuttal of Trump’s policies. An insider told us: ‘There is a long tradition of coded language in speeches like this, and the emphasis on lasting alliances has been widely read as a counter to recent skepticism towards NATO.
‘It wasn’t confrontational, but it was precise – the kind of message that signals disagreement without violating protocol.
“But when you combine that with the fact that Charles has a total disregard for Trump as a person and for his policies on issues close to his heart, especially the environment, it amounts to a huge – albeit diplomatic – criticism of Trump.”
Another well-placed political source added: ‘What made Charles’ speech remarkable was the contrast between tone and content. It sounded warm and cooperative, yet certain lines carried clear political weight for those who listened closely.”
The king also drew attention with comments on constitutional principles, stating that the executive branch is “subject to checks and balances” – a statement that prompted a standing ovation, largely led by Democrats.
His comments were seen by some as a broader reflection on democratic governance at a time of greater political division in the United States.
On international conflict, the monarch avoided directly addressing US-led military action against Iran, instead pointing to Britain’s historic support for America, including its role after the September 11 attacks.
He said: “We answered the call together – as our people have done for more than a century.”
The comments came after Trump criticized Britain for not joining the campaign against Iran and mocked its maritime capabilities.
Charles also reiterated his support for Ukraine and described Europe’s freedom as “under attack again after Russia’s invasion” – a position that contrasts with the Trump administration’s more cautious approach to continued aid.
On environmental issues, he spoke of “our shared responsibility to protect nature, our most precious and irreplaceable asset” – in contrast to Trump’s rollbacks on climate initiatives and withdrawal from international agreements.
At a state banquet, the King presented Trump with a bell from the World War II submarine HMS Trump, adding: “May it stand as a testimony to the shared history and bright future of our nations. And if you ever need to get a hold of us, just give us a call.”
But one critic joked: “Did Charles use this to call Trump the ultimate end?”
