This election went almost exactly as AtlasIntel, a pollster from Brazil called it. Back to back years being the most accurate.
I'm quite certain that they predicted 312 E.C as being the most likely outcome.
Dems won't change I guarantee it. They are more beholden to their donors who demand to choose their candidates while constantly being deceptive about what their policies will be because they realize voters go for it. Trump was very transparent, to a fault some political experts might say.
Did anybody expect the policies that Biden eventually pursued? Does anyone still yet know what policies Harris supported?
This is where Musk was a huge benefit also. He wants to see America succeed, and even made 10s of billions as the election process was proceeding so he can spend, $150-200. Hell, he could spend $10B if he wanted. After Trump won, Telsa rose so much that Musk was worth $50B more in paper net worth. $50B within days!
Thus, like his purchase of Twitter, he can spend as he needs to help America remain America. Based on his attitude, love for America and creative expression, he is going to be a critical source of GOP funding and success, as long as Trump keeps his promises and takes the more libertarian path he has promised.