NPR News: 04-29-2026 12AM EDT

King Charles' address to Congress drew bipartisan support amid transatlantic tensions. President Trump praised the king's Tuesday speech before a joint session, noting Charles had gotten Democrats to stand in a way Trump said he never could. The king received a standing bipartisan ovation for urging continued US support for Ukraine and emphasizing the transatlantic relationship, especially as tensions simmer between Trump and European leaders. This rare address underscores ongoing geopolitical strains and the push for alliance unity.

Trump-related domestic developments included new passports and a renewed indictment. The State Department will issue limited-edition US passports this summer to mark America's 250th anniversary in July 2026. Available only at the Washington Passport Agency until supplies run out, they feature customized artwork like Trump's formal portrait over the Declaration of Independence and his signature in gold, while keeping standard security features. Separately, former FBI Director James Comey faces a second indictment from the Trump administration's Justice Department, this time over a social media photo of seashells arranged to read "the first time," which prosecutors call a threat against Trump. A prior case was dismissed by a Virginia judge over the prosecutor's appointment.