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The transcript begins with speculation that behind closed doors, significant work was being done to prepare for the unexpected outcome of an election. It’s suggested that Treasury officials, possibly working within the White House, were trying to anticipate potential contingencies, including the unlikely event of a losing vote. This indicates that the administration mainly operated under the assumption of victory, which perhaps left some feeling unprepared for defeat.
The reality that the President lost the election caught many by surprise, underscoring a disconnect between internal preparations and the actual electoral outcome. This “wake-up” moment has triggered a scramble behind the scenes, emphasizing how political expectations can sometimes diverge sharply from reality.