The Rest Is Politics: US How Trump Won the White House: The Day that Changed America (Ep 4)
Oct 7, 2024
On the critical night of November 8, 2016, the atmosphere was charged as Donald Trump made his final rally push in Michigan. Despite a mere 9% chance of victory according to The New York Times, Trump defied expectations. The podcast captures the emotional rollercoaster of election night, detailing the pivotal moments that swayed key swing states in his favor. It also dissects the missteps of Hillary Clinton's campaign and explores the lasting implications of Trump's surprising win on the political landscape.
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Trump's Final Sprint
- Trump's demanding schedule in the 2016 election's final days included multiple rallies across time zones.
- Exhausted, he insisted on a last-minute rally in Michigan after midnight before Election Day.
Trump's Pre-Election Demeanor
- Hours before the election results, Trump seemed unconcerned, asking Scaramucci about his post-election plans.
- Trump even suggested he'd be in Scotland playing golf if he lost.
Scaramucci at the New York Times
- Scaramucci represented the Trump campaign at a New York Times election night event.
- Despite the Times' prediction of a Trump loss, Scaramucci delivered a message about addressing economic desperation.