Former US President Donald Trump has sparked controversy with extraordinary comments about the British royal family, suggesting the Prince of Wales would have become king "if Kate were American" and launching a scathing attack on the royal's environmental initiatives.
In a wide-ranging interview with former Brexit Party MEP Nigel Farage on GB News, Trump made the baffling claim about the line of succession, demonstrating a surprising lack of understanding about the British monarchy's hereditary rules.
Trump's Bizarre Monarchy Comments
The Republican frontrunner told Farage: "If Kate were American, he would have been king a long time ago. I think that would have been a great thing." The remark left royal commentators perplexed, given that the succession to the British throne is determined by birthright rather than marriage.
Trump went further, criticising the Prince of Wales's environmental advocacy work, particularly his promotion of electric vehicles. "He's into all this environmental stuff. Electric cars - they don't go far. What happens if you have a heart attack in the car? You're dead," Trump quipped during the interview.
America 'Saved The World' Claims
In characteristic fashion, Trump boasted about America's global role, making the bold claim that the United States had "saved the world" on multiple occasions. His comments come amid his campaign to return to the White House in the upcoming presidential election.
The interview, which covered various topics including US politics and international relations, revealed Trump's ongoing fascination with the British royal family - a subject he frequently commented on during his presidency.
Royal Reaction Awaited
While Buckingham Palace typically maintains silence on political comments from foreign leaders, royal watchers are keenly observing whether there will be any indirect response to Trump's unusual remarks about the Waleses.
The Princess of Wales continues her recovery out of the public eye, while the Prince of Wales maintains his royal duties alongside his environmental advocacy work through the Earthshot Prize initiative.
