Melania Trump and Queen Camilla Play Supporting Roles During State Visit
Melania Trump and Queen Camilla in Supporting Roles at State Visit

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Melania Trump and Queen Camilla Play Supporting Roles During State Visit

By CNN

Published: April 28, 2026 at 6:20PM EDT

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As the United States and United Kingdom sought to bolster their “special relationship” on Tuesday in Washington, Queen Camilla and first lady Melania Trump were seen but not heard. The two women played supporting roles during the state visit, appearing alongside their husbands but refraining from public remarks.

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