Why DDHQ called North Carolina for Trump so early

The transcript discusses the early call for North Carolina in the election, highlighting the resurgence of the 2020 turnout that favored Donald Trump. It notes the lower-than-expected youth turnout, which impacted the Harris campaign. The discussion includes the certainty of election predictions and the narrowing numbers in Georgia and other key states. Comparisons are made to the 2016 election, emphasizing the strong position of Donald Trump throughout the campaign.

What was the general sentiment regarding Donald Trump's chances of being elected president during the analysis?

In what ways did the 2016 election experience influence the current election analysis?