As Sunday evening approached, a sense of defeat and confusion similar to that experienced on election night in 2016 pervaded mainstream media and the liberal establishment. Many who believed they had successfully cornered Donald Trump were left feeling desolate, realizing that their confidence had been misplaced. The situation exemplified a remarkable reversal of fortune.

This moment highlighted the unpredictability of politics, where a perceived victory can swiftly turn into a defeat. Author Michael Wolff, in his book "Siege: Trump Under Fire," captures this sentiment by illustrating how expectations can crumble and how strategies designed to trap Trump ultimately failed, leading to a deeper understanding of the complexities of his political resilience.