During the mourning period, Charles began moving into his role as monarch.

In his first speech following the transition period, Charles shared words to comfort the public.

However, the transition was going to be difficult.

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Queen Elizabeth had been the longest-serving monarch in British history and her passing was a major cultural event.

Now, his critics have been vocal about their feelings following his behavior at a recent public appearance.

Elizabeth II didn’t breach protocol like that in 70 years" a political commentator said.

King Charles III posing

Another chimed in, “He’s certainly exposing his character since becoming King.”

Regardless, many of his critics felt that he had broken royal protocol with this exchange.