Two years ago, Jeremy Stahl predicted that Trump wouldn’t run for president again in 2024. Well, he sure was wrong about that! He takes a thoughtful look back at the things he misunderstood, and finds that they provide an interesting view into where we are now—particularly as we’re seeing how Trump’s courtroom self interacts with his political self.

Plus: Are Trump voters delusional? Hear Me Out examined both sides of the debate:

• Author and professor Frank Buckley argues that writing off Trump voters misses the point.

• Professor Barry Mauer argues that the MAGA movement isn’t just delusional—it’s dangerous, it’s a cult, and it has to be called what it is.