[Jonty30]

I’m sure the Monarchy does play a role in the legislative process of Great Britain, at least in a consultative role. But that is still not the place for US President to be there for the coronation.

I’m not dissing the Royal Family, just pointing out that attending their coronation is the place of the President. A Presidental cabinet minister, certainly. But not the President himself.

[Dr. Sivana]

I’m not dissing the Royal Family, just pointing out that attending their coronation is the place of the President. A Presidental cabinet minister, certainly. But not the President himself.

Well, historically, you are right. Since modern jet travel has only been a thing since QE II's coronation, it really wasn't practical to go across the ocean, and a Cabinet member or military attache would go (Ike was busy with Korea during QE II). But, I suppose it is a reasonable custom for the UK to invite and the US to decline. What makes NO sense is sending the First Lady, as if it were a charity ball or an drug awareness program. Someone with an official role should represent the U.S., as you said, a cabinet minister or even VP.