On November 8, 2016, Kellyanne Conway, Donald Trump's campaign manager, found herself in the Trump Tower office, a space that had been largely uninspired throughout the campaign. The atmosphere was defined by a few right-leaning slogans, lacking the energy one might expect from a political campaign on the brink of a major event. Despite this, Conway maintained an optimistic outlook as the election unfolded.

Even as the Trump campaign braced for what many anticipated would be a significant defeat, Conway's spirits remained high. The juxtaposition of her buoyant demeanor against the backdrop of potential loss speaks to the unpredictable nature of the campaign and the tumultuous environment within Trump’s inner circle, as detailed in Michael Wolff's "Fire and Fury: Inside the Trump White House."