The friendly gesture instantly sparked accusations that the president had broken royal protocol, as protocol experts have previously warned against initiating “personal physical contact with a member of the royal family” unless they do so first. Although Biden reportedly did not breach royal protocol during his visit with the King, it wouldn’t be the first time that he, and other notable individuals, have allegedly broken the rules when it comes to the royal family. In June 2021, Biden met with the late monarch and and other world leaders to discuss the climate crisis. Following the meeting, the president was accused of potentially breaking royal protocol for numerous infractions, including wearing his sunglasses, disclosing the topic of conversation, and arriving after the Queen. Billie EilishAlthough royal protocol seems largely up to interpretation, Billie Eilish previously revealed she believes she broke a few rules when she met members of the British royal family.

Source: The Times July 11, 2023 19:03 UTC