Donald Trump arrived at Windsor for a landmark state visit alongside his wife Melania Trump, where he was welcomed by the Prince and Princess of Wales. Upon his arrival, a notable interaction occurred with Kate Middleton. Lip-reading specialist Jeremy Freeman analyzed footage of the encounter, suggesting that Trump immediately expressed admiration for Kate, reportedly remarking, "You're so beautiful, so." This compliment was delivered moments after stepping off Marine One.

The royal reception included a military ceremonial display outside Victoria House, arranged by William and Kate. Following introductions with the Prince and Princess of Wales, Trump, a self-proclaimed devoted royal enthusiast, was then received by King Charles and Queen Camilla. This moment was marked by a Royal salute, with cannons from the First World War-era thundering on Windsor Castle's east lawn and at the Tower of London. After a guard of honor ceremony, King Charles and Trump were observed sharing laughter, with Trump repeatedly expressing his thanks. The King and Trump subsequently travelled together in a coach during a carriage procession across the Windsor Estate, while Queen Camilla accompanied Melania in a separate coach.

Trump's arrival at the Windsor estate was at 12:14 PM, approximately 20 minutes behind schedule. Despite the ceremonious welcome for his second official state visit, not all Britons were pleased with his presence in the UK. Earlier in the day in Windsor, artist Maya Kar displayed a painting depicting Trump as a "stone age savage" who had abducted a child-like King Charles from Windsor Castle, stating, "He don't know the rules. He don't know nothing. He don't know protocol." Kar further criticized Trump, asserting he would "act like a[n] idiot. And make a mess. And make us [Brits] embarrassed and go." Additionally, four individuals were apprehended after projecting images of Trump alongside Jeffrey Epstein onto the walls of Windsor Castle.

Later this evening, Trump is scheduled to attend a lavish state banquet, echoing his inaugural state visit to the UK in 2019 when he dined with the late Queen Elizabeth at Buckingham Palace.