> This is an example of what a "career politician" would've easily used to their advantage, and handled well.
I’m not so sure about that. There aren’t a hell of a lot of politicians who have handled it well in my view. There are a few and they are lauded for their efforts, but it’s not common. Have you any examples?
His actions were aggressive: just not against covid. He sought to shift blame onto local governments and claim glory for himself.
This is an example of what a "career politician" would've easily used to their advantage, and handled well.