How Trump interrogated the late Queen for gossip on her family

WorldPolitics
24 Mar 2026 • 8:22 PM MYT
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  • A new book, The Queen and Her Presidents: The Hidden Hand That Shaped History by Susan Page, reveals details of Donald Trump's interactions with Queen Elizabeth II.
  • During a 2019 state visit, Trump reportedly questioned the Queen extensively about Prince Harry and Meghan's relationship, despite her polite but evasive responses.
  • Trump also attempted to get the Queen to name her favourite among the 14 US presidents she had met, but she declined, stating they were all 'so good'.
  • Despite the Queen's refusal to pick a favourite, Trump reportedly believed he was her preferred president, a sentiment echoed by his then-ambassador.
  • Other figures, including Jill Biden and Hillary Clinton, expressed skepticism and amusement at Trump's presumption of being the Queen's favourite.

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