However, Donald Trump is not among these recipients.
An unfounded claim about Queen Elizabeth knighting Trump popped up on X (formerly Twitter) in September 2022.
Fact-checking efforts by the Associated Press revealed that everything about the post was false.
In addition, one of Trump’s spokespeople refuted the idea that the former president made this claim.
He wouldn’t have been entitled to refer to himself as “Sir,” either.
To be considered for knighthood, there’s a nomination software along with a requirement for recommendation letters.
The system process usually takes over two years, and people can’t recommend themselves for the honor.
While Trump’s knighthood was a wild internet rumor, three United States presidents actually received this impressive honor.
Queen Elizabeth knighted Ronald Reagan and George H.W.
In the case of Donald Trump, there were reportedly some faux paus, including being late for tea.
Elizabeth knighted two former United States presidents during her reign.
He first met Elizabeth in the U.K. to discuss the Falklands War, and they bonded riding horses together.
Bush was also knighted behind the scenes over lunch at Buckingham Palace after his presidency concluded.
