In a stunning revelation from a new royal biography, it has been claimed that Queen Elizabeth II privately described former U.S. President Donald Trump as "very rude" and questioned the nature of his marriage to Melania Trump. The details come from English author Craig Brown's latest book, "A Voyage Around The Queen," which sheds light on the late monarch's candid opinions about her interactions with world leaders.

Trump and Melania met Queen Elizabeth on three separate occasions during his presidency, with their first encounter taking place at Windsor Castle in July 2018 during a working visit to the United Kingdom. This was followed by a state visit in June 2019, where the couple was hosted at Buckingham Palace, and a NATO reception at the same venue later that year. However, despite the formalities, it appears that Trump failed to leave a favorable impression on the Queen.

According to Brown, Queen Elizabeth confided her true feelings about Trump during a private lunch with a guest a few weeks after one of his visits. "A few weeks after President Trump's visit, she confided in one lunch guest that she found him 'very rude,'" Brown wrote in his book. The Queen reportedly found Trump's behavior off-putting, particularly his habit of looking over her shoulder during conversations, as though he were searching for someone more interesting to engage with.

The book also reveals that the Queen speculated about the nature of Trump's marriage to Melania. "She also believed President Trump 'must have some sort of arrangement' with his wife Melania, or else why would she have remained married to him?" Brown wrote. These comments suggest that the Queen, who was known for her keen observations and discretion, may have been skeptical about the authenticity of the couple's relationship.

The claims in Brown's book have not been independently verified, and Buckingham Palace has maintained its policy of not commenting on books or biographies. However, the revelations are likely to come as a blow to Trump, who has frequently spoken of his admiration for Queen Elizabeth. After their June 2019 meeting, Trump boasted on Fox News that he had a "great relationship" with the Queen and that she had enjoyed their time together immensely. "I have such a great relationship, and we were laughing and having fun. And her people said she hasn't had so much fun in 25 years," Trump claimed at the time.

Despite Trump's positive portrayal of their interactions, his visits to the United Kingdom were not without controversy. He was criticized for breaking royal protocol on several occasions, including failing to bow when greeting the Queen and walking in front of her during an inspection of the Coldstream Guards. Additionally, during a state banquet at Buckingham Palace, Trump was seen placing his hand on the Queen's back, a gesture that raised eyebrows among royal observers.

Following the Queen's death in September 2022, Trump issued a statement on his social media platform, Truth Social, expressing his sorrow and paying tribute to her legacy. "Melania and I are deeply saddened to learn of the loss of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II," Trump wrote. "We will always cherish our time together with the Queen, and never forget Her Majesty's generous friendship, great wisdom, and wonderful sense of humor."

Trump's admiration for the Queen extended beyond their personal encounters. Former White House adviser Fiona Hill wrote that Trump was "awestruck" by the Queen and saw meeting her as a significant achievement in his life. He often spoke of his mother, Mary Anne MacLeod, who was originally from Scotland, and her deep admiration for the British monarch.

While the Queen was renowned for her discretion and rarely expressed her opinions publicly, these new claims by Craig Brown offer a rare glimpse into her private thoughts. Over her 70-year reign, Queen Elizabeth met with numerous controversial figures, including Bashar al-Assad, Robert Mugabe, and Vladimir Putin. Though she may not have enjoyed their company, she maintained her duty with grace and poise.