Trump Outlasts Polls, Campaign Gaffes to Win Election

The transcript discusses the surprising outcome of the election, highlighting polling inaccuracies and the unexpected coalition that supported Donald Trump. It covers the transition of power from President Obama to President-elect Trump, focusing on the challenges Obama faces in reassuring world leaders. The impact of Trump's victory on Obama's legacy is also examined, particularly concerning trade, immigration, and the Supreme Court.

What was one of the main reasons for the surprise in the 2016 U.S. Presidential Election outcome?

• Hillary Clinton had overwhelming support from all demographics.

• Donald Trump made many divisive statements.

• The economy was booming.

• The election was held in winter.

Which demographic unexpectedly supported Donald Trump in the 2016 election?

• Senior citizens.

• Young voters.

• Hispanic males.

• African American women.

During the transition period, what was President Obama expected to do on his international trip?

• Visit only European countries.

• Announce new trade deals.

• Introduce Donald Trump to world leaders.

• Cancel all international meetings.

What was one of the challenges President Obama faced during the transition to President-elect Trump?

• Finding a new Vice President.

• Reassuring world leaders about U.S. foreign policy.

• Rewriting the U.S. Constitution.

• Changing the date of the inauguration.

How did Donald Trump's victory affect President Obama's Supreme Court nomination?

• It ensured the nomination would be confirmed.

• It led to a new nomination by Obama.

• It had no impact on the nomination.

• It blocked the nomination from proceeding.