So much of the MAGA worldview hinges on the fear of being duped and emasculated. From the moment he rode down the escalator, the premise and constant refrain has been that "we" are imperiled, and "they" have lulled us into a vulnerable state.
Fascism is launched through a rhetoric of deception.
Deep State
Internal Enemies
Wokerati
Globalists
Etc.
It isn't paranoia when they're out to get you!