'A masterclass speech' | LBC callers react

The King has become only the second British monarch in history to address a joint session of Congress, touting the 'irreplaceable' bond between the US and UK while delivering a speech to American lawmakers. The King also helped to get British-US relations back on track with a White House speech that celebrated American independence, and had room for a few jokes. LBC callers have shared their thoughts. 00:00 King Charles addresses Congress 00:46 King Charles speaks at a White House state banquet 01:00 Caller Reinhardt, who is not a monarchist, says he was ‘touched’ by Charles’ speech. 05:16 Caller Dave, who believes the King’s visit to the US was a ‘terrible idea’, thinks that the speech to Congress was ‘one of the best speeches he’s ever heard’. 09:20 Caller Chris, a Republican, reluctantly praises the King’s speech, but reckons it won’t be long before Trump turns on the UK on Truth Social. 11:23 Caller Dave thinks Charles’ Congress speech has put the UK ‘in good stead’ with the US. 11:57 ‘Charles couldn’t have done a better job,’ says caller Michael — but argues the message was too ‘subtle’, insisting the current administration is not truly Britain’s ally. Listen to the full show on the all-new LBC App: https://app.af.lbc.co.uk/btnc/thenewlbcapp #jamesobrien #henryriley #debate #news #kingcharles #donaldtrump #LBC LBC is the home of live debate around news and current affairs in the UK. Join in the conversation and listen at https://www.lbc.co.uk/ Sign up to LBC’s weekly newsletter here: https://l-bc.co/signup