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Valerie Yurk

EXPLAINED: Congress awaits a royal address from king charles | Vintage Vibes

During the nation’s 250th anniversary, the British are coming — this time by invitation.

His Majesty Charles III, king of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, is set to address a joint meeting of Congress on April 28, House and Senate leaders announced Wednesday.

“The relationship between the United States and the United Kingdom has evolved into one of the most consequential partnerships in modern history,” the congressional leaders wrote in a letter to the king. “We believe an Address to Congress will provide a unique opportunity to share your vision for the future of our special relationship and reaffirm our alliance at this pivotal time in history.”

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