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A recurring theme is that the establishment now recognizes they have lost. The scenes of political celebrities and media figures—like Joe Scarborough and others—being seen to "kiss the ring" after Trump’s victory symbolize their capitulation and acknowledgment of the new reality: the MAGA movement and its supporters are the new force to be reckoned with.
The narrative frames recent events—such as Facebook’s decision to restore Trump’s account and Zuckerberg’s engagement with Republican donors—as clear signs: the powers that were are on the defensive and are positioning themselves to align with the rising patriotic populism.