An exception to the rule

Facebook and Twitter have finally stopped US President Donald Trump from posting, even if it is only for a short time.

This was as a result of his words that encouraged an act of terrorism at Capital Hill in Washington and his repeated denials about the election result.

Why has it taken so long?

With a number of Republicans finally standing up to Trump, surely the social media organisations could switch off his vitriol and false claims for the remaining few days, although a permanent block would be appreciated by many.

I know freedom of speech is important, but this could be the exception.

Dennis Fitzgerald. Sent via email.