King Charles hosted Donald Trump during Trump’s second state visit to the UK earlier this year.

Now it appears the roles may reverse, as new reports indicate the king is preparing for a trip to the US next year — despite ongoing concerns about his cancer, which some insiders claim may never fully go away.

2026: A Historic American Milestone

The United States will mark its 250th anniversary in 2026, and major public celebrations are expected to include high-profile international guests, including members of the British Royal Family.
According to The Sun, King Charles has accepted an invitation from Donald Trump and is expected to travel to the US in 2026.

The outlet reports that Queen Camilla will join him for the planned April visit. Trump reportedly intends for the occasion to be a “lavish State visit” and a “major moment” leading up to July 4 festivities.

Health Concerns Shadow the Planned Trip

While news of the king’s upcoming visit has been met with excitement, it has also sparked questions about whether Charles is physically able to manage such a significant journey. He continues treatment for the undisclosed cancer he was diagnosed with in early 2024.

Complicating matters further, Charles has been dealing with difficult family developments. His brother Prince Andrew was stripped of his remaining royal roles following allegations tied to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

King Charles Shares a Glimpse Into His Health Struggles

During a September visit to a Birmingham hospital, the king provided rare insight into how treatment has been affecting him. He officially opened the Midland Metropolitan University Hospital and met with staff, volunteers, and cancer patients.

One of them was 85-year-old Jacqueline Page, who chatted with the monarch and exchanged lighthearted comments. Page remarked that she was “wearing out,” and Charles replied, “I know, this is the terrible thing, as I am discovering already. The bits don’t work so well when you get past 70.”

He also spoke with 73-year-old cancer patient Matthew Shinda, who asked him about his recovery. “I’m not too bad,” Charles said. When Matthew shared that he had prostate cancer, Charles answered, “Half the problem is detecting it, isn’t it, in time,” adding, “the great thing I think is they’re getting better and better at dealing with these things. The trouble is there’s always hope down the road. I am sorry about that; it’s so frustrating.”

Expert Suggests the King’s Cancer May Be Incurable

Although his exact condition is still unknown, Charles remains deeply committed to fulfilling his royal duties. However, one royal insider has cast a worrying light on the future. In June, journalist Camilla Tominey claimed that the king’s cancer is not curable.

“The talk now is that he may die ‘with’ cancer, but not ‘of’ cancer following a rigorous treatment program,” she wrote in The Telegraph, according to the Daily Beast. She noted that early plans for Charles’s 80th birthday celebrations in 2028 remain “tentative” because of his health.