King Charles jokes about 'Hostage' tradition of British parliament in the US Congress

In a rare Joint Address to Congress on April 28, 2026, King Charles III delighted lawmakers by jokingly asking for volunteers to be taken "hostage" at Buckingham Palace. Referencing the ancient British tradition where a Member of Parliament is held during the State Opening of Parliament to ensure the monarch's safe return, the King quipped that modern "guests" are treated so well they often refuse to leave. #KingCharles #Congress #JointAddress #WhiteHouse #StateVisit #UKUS #SpecialRelationship #BritishTradition #USA250 #BreakingNews