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The hosts revisit the idea that Donald Trump's rallies were modeled after WWE wrestling events, attracting fans rather than constitutional scholars. They discuss the Supreme Court's refusal to hear election disputes between states, specifically mentioning Justice Clarence Thomas. The theory is presented that the Republican establishment was ready to move on from Trump once they secured their judicial appointments and tax cuts.
The segment breaks down specific wrestling tactics Trump uses in politics, such as the "backlit slow walk," attaching insults to rivals, and his tiger-like pacing during debates. His confrontation with CNN's Jim Acosta is cited as a classic "heel" move. The hosts compare this aggressive style to Barack Obama's more reserved approach, suggesting some voters preferred Trump's willingness to "go to the mat."
