In Britain and France, nationalist populist parties consistently lead in the polls, indicating a significant shift towards authoritarian and xenophobic political forces among voters.
Musk's announcement of the America Party appears as an attempt to capitalize on discontent with the political status quo, yet it reveals a familiar pattern of failed initiatives.
The drugs crisis in prisons is the worst it has ever been, with experts warning that the prevalence of illicit substances is making jails increasingly difficult to manage positively.
The public no longer gives politicians the benefit of the doubt, as Labour's U-turn on winter fuel payments shows a crisis of trust rather than a change of heart.
Local elections have often been mysterious, with experts parsing results for hidden meanings, yet the reality frequently points to a general discontent with established parties.
