In late August, at a White House reception, the president joked that he needed a new job, before appearing to tear up a little during his speech.

Elsewhere, he's been seen wandering around stiffly, with some noting he appears 'lost'.

Insiders tell the Mail that the president has been 'watching more television', with his grandchildren giving him recommendations for what to stream on Netflix.

Even his most sympathetic allies would say it is fair to characterize him as a little lonely.