The real King embarrasses fake king Trump

The David Pakman Show - April 29, 2026

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King Charles III spoke before Congress and highlighted the Magna Carta as a foundation for limiting power, referencing its use in United States Supreme Court cases. He described religion as a source of mutual respect and promoted NATO unity and support for Ukraine. These remarks contrast with Donald Trump’s rhetoric on authority, religion, and alliances without mentioning him by name.

Donald Trump delivered remarks alongside King Charles III and repeatedly faltered despite reading directly from a page. He made an awkward comment about his mother having a crush on Charles and reused humor similar to jokes he had previously criticized Jimmy Kimmel for.

The Department of Justice has brought charges against James Comey over a photo showing seashells arranged as the numbers 86 47. Allies of Donald Trump claim the image implies a threat against the 47th president, though Comey has removed the post and stated he opposes violence.

Officials reviewing the White House Correspondents’ Dinner incident say it is unclear whether the suspect fired any shots at all. Emerging information raises the possibility that a Secret Service agent was hit by friendly fire during the response.

Potential weaknesses are being examined in Secret Service operations, including failure to secure elevated positions in Butler, Pennsylvania. At the White House Correspondents’ Dinner, the suspect gained access by booking a room and moving through the lobby, exposing an obvious loophole in the security perimeter.

Melania Trump appeared uncomfortable as Donald Trump cut in front of Queen Camilla and sought attention during an event with the British royals. The moment adds to a pattern of public appearances where she appears distant while Trump seeks attention.

Donald Trump posted on Truth Social in the early morning hours as reports of ongoing strikes and negotiations were emerging. He warned Iran to get smart soon and shared a stylized image of himself holding a rifle.

Finally, Michael Wolff, journalist and bestselling author, joins us to discuss Trump’s growing desperation over the failing Iran war and his collapsing approval numbers.

On today’s bonus show:

Trump is turning the Washington DC reflecting pool blue, DHS staffers to start going unpaid again as partial shutdown continues, Australia moves to tax big tech to pay for newsrooms, and much more...

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