POTUS is a master at goading/letting the enemies fully expose themselves. They destroy themselves. Whatever way it was, I am 100% sure that Trump (which includes his team) knew exactly what was happening and did not at any time lose control. I remember how Trump praised Pelousi and said she’s make a great Speaker, etc.
POTUS is also a master at reading people. He knows what he has to do to keep them talking, he listens very carefully then uses what he learns. Over on You Tube there guys who refer to POTUS as Maestro. I thought that was over the top. I no longer feel that way. He is The Maestro!