A lip reader captured the moment Donald Trump seemed to make a distinctly British remark as he arrived in London for a state visit.
This marks the second occasion President Trump has traveled to the UK for a formal state visit, where he is scheduled to meet members of the royal family and discuss trade and international relations.
Before his departure, Trump expressed admiration for the UK, stating: “My relationship is very good with the UK.
“They want to see if they can refine the trade deal a little bit. I’m into helping them.”
Together with First Lady Melania Trump, the pair landed at London Stansted airport, where the President seemed immediately struck by the visit.
Expert lip reader, Nicola Hickling, noted that the couple exchanged a few words as they exited Air Force One.
According to Hickling, Trump seemed to tell Melania shortly after they left the plane: “Ooh, it’s cold.
“I’m glad we’re wearing our coats.”
As they approached the stairs, the lip reader suggests he cautioned Melania to be ‘careful’.
Upon their arrival, the presidential couple received a warm welcome from UK representatives, including UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper, US Ambassador to the UK Warren Stephens, and Viscount Hood, the King’s lord-in-waiting.
While waiting for Melania, Trump seemingly remarked on the weather again, as Hickling believes he said to Stephens: “It’s so windy, her hair has blown everywhere.”
Meanwhile, British protesters projected images of Trump’s face alongside that of Jeffrey Epstein onto Windsor Castle as he made his entrance.
Despite the chilly weather and mixed reception from his UK critics, Trump expressed enthusiasm about the visit, telling reporters he feels ‘honored’ and that ‘everyone is looking forward to it’.
His inaugural state visit occurred in 2019 during his first presidential term.
During this visit, Trump is anticipated to witness numerous events, including the largest-ever guard of honor with 1,300 service personnel from the Army, Royal Navy, and RAF, as well as a flyover by UK and US F-35 jets and the Red Arrows.
A grand banquet is also planned at St George’s Hall, featuring a culinary display of UK and US cuisine.
“I have a lot of things here that warm my heart. I want to tell you. It’s a very special place,” he shared with reporters mid-flight.
Trump conveyed his eagerness to meet with King Charles, whom he referred to as his ‘friend’ and an ‘elegant gentleman’ who represents the UK ‘so well’.
Last night, Trump stayed at the US ambassador’s residence, Winfield House, and looks forward to a day filled with royal ceremonies and grandeur, concluding with a grand event at Windsor Castle today.
He is also scheduled to finalize a multi-billion technology agreement with UK Prime Minister, Sir Keir Starmer, which involves the creation of new data centers and investments in AI research and development.
The UK government is expected to urge the US to uphold its NATO commitments and support Ukraine.