Sure. Let me preface my remarks by saying that I believe Trump was the best President since Reagan and probably in my top 5 Presidents. But Trump was terribly naive about who and what the Democrats actually are. Because of this, he left himself open to criticism and worse. He never understood that Democrats play for keeps and have no remorse. For them, the ends justify the means. Had he understood this, he could have protected himself better.
Also, Trump was slow to recognize those close to him who were swamp monsters and even those he replaced, he replaced them with more of the same.
Having said this, I think Trump is better prepared now to take on the swamp much more effectively.