The president must answer as millions face unemployment and 150,000 are dead from Covid-19
The contrast was telling. In Washington, Donald Trump shocked Americans by suggesting November’s presidential vote should be postponed, claiming it would be “the most rigged election in history, if it happens”.
That Republicans joined Democrats in swiftly denouncing the idea was reassuring. But Trump was unabashed. He will continue to divide, disrupt and sow doubt as he tries, by any means, to cling to office.