Queen Elizabeth II, known for her keen judgment, reportedly found Donald Trump to be “very rude” according to a new biography. The book, serialized in the Daily Mail, reveals that Elizabeth was particularly put off by Trump’s tendency to look over her shoulder during their meetings, as if searching for more engaging company. This habit, along with other aspects of Trump’s behavior, seemed to bother the late queen significantly.
The biography, titled *A Voyage Around The Queen*, is penned by Craig Brown, a well-established journalist with a background in parliamentary sketch writing and contributions to Private Eye. Brown, who has previously gained attention for his inventive approach to biographical writing, uses a blend of anecdotes and original reporting to offer a fresh perspective on Elizabeth II’s experiences and views.
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Brown details an incident where, shortly after Trump’s visit, Elizabeth confided to a lunch guest about her discomfort with his behavior. She described him as “very rude” and was particularly disturbed by his habit of glancing around, seemingly disinterested in their conversation. This revelation underscores a clear disconnect between Trump’s public persona and the private views held by the queen.
The book also notes that Elizabeth speculated on Trump’s marital arrangement, questioning why Melania Trump would remain married to him if not due to some sort of arrangement. This personal observation sheds light on Elizabeth’s private sentiments regarding Trump and his relationship with his wife.
Despite Trump’s own public expressions of admiration for the queen, describing their interactions as enjoyable and fun, the biography presents a different side of their relationship. Buckingham Palace has not commented on the claims made in the biography, leaving Elizabeth’s private views on Trump largely unchallenged.
