King Charles III began his historic address to the U.S. Congress by condemning the shooting that occurred at the annual White House Correspondents' Association dinner on Saturday evening.
King Charles' Strong Condemnation
"We meet, too, in the aftermath of the incident not far from this great building that sought to harm the leadership of your Nation and to foment wider fear and discord," Charles said on Tuesday afternoon.
"Let me say with unshakeable resolve: such acts of violence will never succeed. Whatever our differences, whatever disagreements we may have, we stand united in our commitment to uphold democracy, to protect all our people from harm, and to salute the courage of those who daily risk their lives in the service of our countries," he added.
The crowd rose to their feet and applauded Charles' statement, which came just days after the shooting at the press gala. A 31-year-old man from California has been charged with attempting to assassinate the president following the incident.
Historic Visit to Congress
The monarch's address to Congress is a significant moment in the U.S.-UK relationship, highlighting the strong ties between the two nations. During his visit, King Charles also presented a gift to former President Donald Trump, though details have not been fully disclosed.
The assassination attempt has sent shockwaves through the political landscape, with leaders from both sides of the aisle condemning the violence. The King's remarks underscore the shared commitment to democratic values and the rejection of political violence.
