The man who demanded unquestioning loyalty now faces two years of blocked appointments, frustrated ambitions, investigations and potentially a third impeachment.
Voice of the Mirror has its say…
Donald Trump has spent years treating Americans like fools, poisoning their politics, insulting their intelligence and believing his bullying, lies and arrogance would never catch up with him.
Now the country he thought he could manipulate indefinitely has delivered a crushing verdict on his presidency. And the humiliation is richly deserved.
Americans have stripped his Republican Party of control of both houses of Congress, turning even strongholds such as Texas, Kansas and South Carolina Democratic. Trump blamed his absence from the ballot. The truth is that millions knew precisely who they were voting against.
Now the man who demanded unquestioning loyalty faces two years of blocked appointments, frustrated ambitions, investigations and potentially a third impeachment. His Republican protectors have been swept aside. Congressional committees can finally demand answers about the conduct of his administration.
Trump promised Americans they would grow tired of winning. Instead, they grew utterly sick of him. And after years of being taken for fools, Americans have finally made the biggest fool of all pay the price.
Crisis is now
Millions of families are being urged to stockpile three days’ worth of food and water in case of floods, extreme weather, power cuts, or cyberattacks that disrupt essential services. It is sensible advice in an increasingly uncertain world.
But for those struggling to afford tonight’s dinner, filling cupboards for a future emergency is an impossible luxury. Only 44% of households have sufficient supplies, with younger adults particularly exposed.
Ministers suggest building up stocks gradually. But when soaring rents, energy bills and food prices swallow every spare penny, even a few extra tins can be unaffordable.
The Government wants Britain prepared for the next national emergency. It must recognise that millions are already living through a financial one.
Stroll not scroll
Only one in six British teenagers exercises daily, with girls particularly missing out. Youngsters need more encouragement to get active. After all, if scrolling through TikTok counted as exercise, Britain would have the fittest thumbs in the world.
