Get ready for a potential royal showdown! As the highly anticipated inauguration of Donald Trump edges closer, whispers are circulating about a surprise guest list that could shake the very foundations of the British monarchy. According to a recent report by The Mirror US, none other than the Donald himself has extended an invitation to the esteemed Royal Family to join him on the steps of the US Capitol for his historic swearing-in ceremony. But is this a move that’s destined to make headlines, or just a pipe dream? We delve into the details and ask the experts – will Queen Elizabeth II and her family be flying across the pond to witness a new era in American politics? The answer may surprise you!
Donald Trump Invites Royal Family to Inauguration – but one expert says it will never happen
President-elect Donald Trump has extended an invitation to the Royal Family to join him on Inauguration Day. However, one Royal expert expressed her doubt about Prince William and Princess Kate attending.
The Daily Express US reached out to Brittani Barger, co-founder of Royal News, for her take on the likelihood of the royals making the trip from the UK to the US for Trump’s inauguration. Barger was skeptical, stating: “Trump may have invited them, but that doesn’t mean they will go.”
She explained that while the royals receive numerous invitations, they are under no obligation to accept them. It is not considered offensive if they decline; it’s simply part of their role.
Barger added: “Royals are invited to things all the time and decline invites. I’d be very shocked to see them at the inauguration, especially with how divisive the election was and how things still are between the left and MAGA.”
Despite their popularity and busy schedules, the royals are “meant to be above politics,” according to Barger, reports Morningpicker. Her expertise extends beyond the British Royal Family, covering monarchies worldwide.
While a British monarch has yet to attend a US Presidential Inauguration, there has been crossover in other nations, which Barger elaborated on. Although she doesn’t anticipate seeing members of the British Royal Family on Inauguration Day, Royal enthusiasts might be in for a surprise.
Barger remarked: “I believe it’s quite possible the Crown Prince Couple of Serbia could attend.” She also noted: “Of course, the Serbian monarchy was deposed decades ago, but they still maintain a presence in Serbia. They are known to be friends with the Trumps.”
Expert Analysis: Brittani Barger’s Take
Brittani Barger, co-founder of Royal News, shares her expertise on the likelihood of the royals attending.
Barger explains that the royals receive numerous invitations, but are under no obligation to accept them. It is not considered offensive if they decline; it’s simply part of their role.
Barger added: “Royals are invited to things all the time and decline invites. I’d be very shocked to see them at the inauguration, especially with how divisive the election was and how things still are between the left and MAGA.”
Despite their popularity and busy schedules, the royals are “meant to be above politics,” according to Barger, reports Morningpicker. Her expertise extends beyond the British Royal Family, covering monarchies worldwide.
Alternative Possibilities: Other Royal Attendees
Barger suggests the Crown Prince Couple of Serbia could attend the inauguration.
She also noted: “Of course, the Serbian monarchy was deposed decades ago, but they still maintain a presence in Serbia. They are known to be friends with the Trumps.”
US Civil War Talk: Fact or Fiction?
Rhetoric and Reality: Are We Headed for Another Civil War?
A recent Washington Post headline says: “In America, talk turns to something not spoken of for 150 years: Civil war.” The story references, among others, Stanford University historian Victor Davis Hanson, who asked in a National Review essay last summer: “How, when, and why has the United States now arrived at the brink of a veritable civil war?”
Another Washington Post story reports how Iowa Republican Congressman Steve King recently posted a meme warning that red states have “8 trillion bullets” in the event of a civil war. And a poll conducted last June by Rasmussen Reports found that 31 percent of probable US voters surveyed believe “it’s likely that the United States will experience a second civil war sometime in the next five years.”
Expert Analysis: Nina Silber’s Perspective
Nina Silber, a College of Arts & Sciences professor of history and American studies, shares her insights.
Silber discusses the political divide, political violence, and the role of the president in contributing to the atmosphere.
She said: “I wouldn’t identify this most recent development as the “beginning of a civil war” since I’m not sure that reflects anything other than the political divide we’ve already witnessed for the last several years and the fact that Democrats are taking steps they could not have taken before they regained control of the House.”
More ominous, I think, are indications of political violence and the willingness to enact political violence. This could be seen, for example, in the synagogue shooting in Pittsburgh, when the shooter spoke explicitly about targeting Jews who expressed sympathy for immigrants, or the recent case of the Coast Guard officer who was making plans to kill Democrats and journalists.
I can imagine a future in which we deal with even more incidents of, or plans for, political violence—and that’s definitely a disturbing development. I’m troubled, too, by the role the president plays in contributing to this atmosphere.
But it would have to be something else to call this a “civil war.” That would indicate a willingness on the part of masses of people to engage in violence against their political enemies. That happened in the 1860s, in part because people had come to see their political opponents in extreme, even demonic, ways and found it impossible to find any middle ground.
Conclusion
As the article highlights, Donald Trump has extended an invitation to the Royal Family to attend his upcoming inauguration, sending shockwaves across the globe. Despite his bold move, one expert has dismissed the possibility of the Royals accepting, citing diplomatic protocol and the historical lack of British monarchs attending the inauguration of a foreign leader. The article delves into the intricacies of this potential snub, exploring the implications of such a move on the UK-US relationship.
The significance of this development cannot be overstated. If the Royals were to decline Trump’s invitation, it would be a significant diplomatic rebuke, sending a strong message about the UK’s stance on the new administration. On the other hand, if they were to accept, it would be a bold move that would put the monarchy at odds with the British public’s growing concerns about Trump’s presidency.
As we look to the future, it’s clear that the relationship between the UK and the US will be closely watched in the coming months. Will the Royals accept Trump’s invitation, or will they opt for a more reserved approach? Whatever the outcome, one thing is certain – the world will be watching. As the curtain rises on a new era in US politics, we can only hope that diplomacy and decorum will prevail.