National Park Service closes Lafayette Park and Ellipse for King Charles III visit security
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Updated · WUSA9.com · Apr 28
National Park Service closes Lafayette Park and Ellipse for King Charles III visit security
4 articles · Updated · WUSA9.com · Apr 28
The closures affect the western side of Lafayette Park through Thursday 4 p.m. and the Ellipse until Tuesday 1 p.m., following a recent security breach at the Washington Hilton.
King Charles III and Queen Camilla's visit includes meetings at the White House, an address to Congress, and a state dinner, with rolling road closures and heightened security throughout Washington, D.C.
Despite last-minute concerns, security reviews by Buckingham Palace and U.S. officials allowed the visit to proceed as planned. The royal couple will continue their U.S. tour in New York City and Virginia for America 250 events.
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