The pomp and ceremony of a British State Visit was seemingly not enough for former President Donald Trump, whose team presented Buckingham Palace with a list of astonishing demands ahead of his 2019 trip, new reports claim.
The requests, which would have upended centuries of royal protocol, included a truly bizarre culinary ask: a fast-food banquet. Despite being served a lavish multi-course meal prepared by the Queen's own chefs, Trump's team allegedly insisted that McDonald's, KFC, and Burger King be on standby to cater to the President's well-documented tastes.
A Golden Throne For The President?
In what might be the most symbolic demand, the advance team reportedly inquired about replacing the President's designated toilet with a solid gold one. The audacious request, evoking the opulence of Trump's private residences, was a clear step too far for Palace officials, who swiftly denied it.
Security protocols also caused major friction. The US Secret Service intended to perform ultra-intrusive sweeps of the royal apartments, including those belonging to the late Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Charles. This was immediately vetoed by Palace security, creating a significant stalemate before the visit.
Protocol Clashes and a Reluctant Queen
Further reports indicate that the Queen herself was less than enthused about the visit. Sources suggest Her Majesty was "bemused" by Trump's behaviour and found the entire affair rather trying. The tension was palpable, a far cry from the warm diplomatic relations such events are designed to foster.
The revelation of these demands paints a picture of a clash between traditional diplomacy and modern-day audacity. It highlights the immense challenges the Royal Household faced in accommodating a president known for breaking conventions, all while trying to uphold the dignity and strict protocols of the monarchy.
