I’ve noticed some of the old, usual suspects, NeverTrumpers have slimmed back in, around here with their “Oh, noes!! Trump is toast!” doom and gloom, as well.
Almost like their timing is coordinated with the bashing articles/GOPe wagon circling you mentioned.
Good vanity. Spot on.
I know... I got trolled on other social media by an obvious NeverTrump who was playing dumb like he liked Trump... but the GOPe needs to understand how real conservatives are thinking right now...
SO THEY CAN TRY TO RAISE MONEY OFF US IN 2018! That’s why they are sliming their way back on FR and elsewhere!
I think “slithered back in” is the phrase you’re looking for...