As I stated in a previous thread, I believe that the Democrats never really tried to win this election.
To recap: They were ok with losing this election. That's why they chose a terrible candidate and didn't allow the electorate or anyone else but the Deep State, decide who Biden's replacement would be. It also explains Walz, the most cringe, the most radical, the most unlikeable running mate in our lifetimes.
The Democrats play the Long Game, they have been playing it for many decades. They believe that things are so royally fucked up in this country and the world, that things are going to fall apart. It was their plan, they caused all the chaos, corruption and decay not just in the US but all over the world. They are counting on it falling apart during Trump's administration. If it does, they are counting on the American People not just returning them to power, but accepting whatever fascist oppressive agenda they bring with them.
They would have been ok with winning of course, and delayed the chaos for another 4 years, but what happens from 2025-2029 will be all according to plan.