During a visit to the British Embassy in Washington, DC, Vice President Kamala Harris and second gentleman Doug Emhoff expressed their condolences for the loss of Queen Elizabeth II.
Harris was seen entering the facility hand-in-hand with her husband while carrying a large bouquet of flowers, following the security detail.
The British Ambassador to the United States, Dame Karen Pierce, greeted the pair, and Harris was spotted interacting with embassy employees before taking a seat and composing her condolence letter.
A table with a royal blue tablecloth and a framed photograph of Queen Elizabeth II, a bouquet of flowers, and the official book of condolences sat in the center of the room.
In an email to Vice President Harris, the deputy communications director tweeted about the Queen’s “extraordinary life of service.”
Harris added, “Queen Elizabeth II had an outstanding life of service, and we join the millions throughout the world in mourning her death.”
‘Through the hardships and victories of the previous seven decades, she governed with strength, prudence, and dignity.’
Vice President Kamala Harris and second gentleman Doug Emhoff were observed holding a huge bouquet of flowers while walking hand-in-hand to the British Embassy.
Dame Karen Pierce, the British Ambassador to the United States, greeted Harris (middle) and Emhoff (left) before penning her official sympathy letter for the Queen.
In her note, Harris described the Queen’s “extraordinary life of service.”
After paying her respects, Emhoff was observed writing a note before leaving the embassy with her companion.
The loss of the longest-serving British monarch, Queen Elizabeth II, precipitated a global outpouring of grief.
Her passing was met with an outpouring of death from her family, royal admirers, and foreign leaders.
In the hours following the tragic announcement, King Charles III expressed his raw emotions by describing the Queen as a’much-beloved mother.’
Numerous prominent figures utilized social media to express their condolences. includes former president Barack Obama, current president Joe Biden, and Donald Trump.
Obama added, “Like so many of you, Michelle and I are grateful to have observed Her Majesty’s devoted leadership, and we are awed by her legacy of tireless, honorable public service.”
In this sad time, our thoughts are with her family and the people of the United Kingdom.
Former President Donald Trump, who met her twice during his time, stated:
Our thoughts and prayers will continue to be with the great people of the United Kingdom as you honor her life and service to the people.
“May God bless the Queen, and may she reign in our hearts forever”
Annalena Baerbock, the foreign minister of Germany, expressed regret at the news.
She wrote, “Germany will be eternally grateful that she extended her hand to us in reconciliation after the horrors of World War II.”
The incoming prime minister of the United Kingdom, Liz Truss, stated, “Queen Elizabeth II was the foundation upon which modern Britain was created.” Our nation has prospered and grown throughout her reign.
“Because of her, Britain is the amazing country it is today.”
Prime Minister of Canada Justin Trudeau referred to the Queen as a “continuous presence in our lives.”
He wrote, “Her service to Canadians will forever be a significant part of our nation’s history.”
Harris added, “Queen Elizabeth II led an exceptional life of service, and we join the millions of people throughout the world in mourning her death.”
A table with a royal blue tablecloth, a framed photograph of Queen Elizabeth II, a vase of flowers, and the official book of condolences sat in the center of the room.
Harris tweeted upon hearing the news about the impact she thinks Queen Elizabeth had on the world, a feeling she reiterated on Friday (pictured)
After paying her respects, Emhoff (left) was observed penning his own message before leaving the embassy with her companion.
Harris tweeted on the impact she thinks Queen Elizabeth had on the world upon hearing the news, a feeling she reiterated on Friday.
She wrote, “Queen Elizabeth II had an extraordinary life of service and had a tremendous effect on countless lives and historic events.”
“We extend our condolences to the Royal Family and mourn alongside the citizens of the United Kingdom and the rest of the world”
President Joe Biden and the first lady were spotted at the British Embassy on Thursday, mere hours after the death of Queen Elizabeth II was announced.
“We sorrow for all of you,” Biden said during the signing, with Jill Biden by his side.
She was an excellent lady. We’re so happy to get to meet her.’
After the death of the 96-year-old British head of state, the president canceled a speech on COVID-19 vaccines and ordered flags to be flown at half-mast and half-staff.
As he sat down to make his contribution, Biden sported a black suit, carried a bouquet of flowers, and retrieved a notepad.
He wrote, “Today, the American people mourn alongside those in the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth.”
She exhibited enduring strength and dignity as a leader.
After signing the book, the Bidens had a brief conversation with British embassy personnel.
“Our hearts are with you,” the first lady stated.
And the president was heard saying, “As my mother would say, God bless you”