For a fleeting moment this week, the US had a commander-in-chief, as Trump took ownership of the decision to shut down the economy to avert a health crisis. But it didn't last.
Donald Trump, at a crisis meeting this week, will need to step up to manage the fallout. AP
As the eerie process of the world’s biggest economy shutting itself down overnight spreads anxiety and disruption across America, Donald Trump was shaping up to have one of the most impressive weeks of his presidency.
For a few days Trump cast aside his usual instinct for combat, blame shifting and demonisation. In its place stood a commander-in-chief worthy of the title.
Jacob GreberSenior correspondentJacob Greber was The Australian Financial Review’s senior political correspondent. Connect with Jacob on Twitter. Email Jacob at jgreber@afr.com
