Trump suggests US could join British Commonwealth
President Trump expressed his enthusiasm for the idea of the United States joining the British Commonwealth after reports surfaced that King Charles III was considering offering associate membership to the country. In a tweet on Truth Social, Trump declared his admiration for King Charles and shared a link to a Daily Mail article detailing the potential offer. He later reposted the report, indicating his continued support for the idea.
The British Commonwealth, established in 1926, consists of 56 nations, including former British colonies like Australia and Canada. Queen Elizabeth II prioritized the maintenance of the Commonwealth during her reign, with the monarch serving as its head. Membership in the Commonwealth is voluntary, and the United States, once part of the British Empire, could potentially rejoin this international organization.
During his first state visit to the UK in 2019, President Trump developed a close relationship with the late Queen Elizabeth II and her son, Prince Charles. Trump spoke highly of the queen, praising her 75-year reign without any mistakes. He also commended Prince Charles and Prince William, whom he met in Paris, but had less favorable opinions of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle.
President Trump is set to embark on a second state visit to the UK later this year, where he will meet with King Charles. The idea of the United States joining the Commonwealth was previously discussed during Trump’s first term, and it is seen as a potential way to ease tensions between the US and Canada amid trade disputes.
According to sources, discussions about the US becoming an associate member of the Commonwealth have reached high levels. The move is seen as a positive symbol of the close relationship between Britain and the US. The Royal Commonwealth Society believes that Trump’s respect for the royal family and his love for Britain make him likely to see the benefits of this association.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer recently presented Trump with an invitation from King Charles for the upcoming state visit during a meeting in the Oval Office. Trump enthusiastically accepted the invitation, praising King Charles as a “beautiful” and “wonderful man.” He expressed his excitement about honoring the king and the UK during the visit.
The potential for the United States to join the British Commonwealth represents a significant diplomatic development that could strengthen ties between the two nations. As discussions continue at the highest levels, the prospect of the US becoming an associate member of the Commonwealth highlights the enduring relationship between Britain and America on the global stage.
