Looks like Heilemann is unconsciously considering that, if Trump wins in 2020, he (Heilemann) will need vodka and Quaaludes by the bottle to soothe his pain and calm his nerves.
IOW, a repeat of Election Night 2016. Colbert hosted a show to celebrate the coronation of Hillary, and the entire set went ape as the results came in. Heilemann was one of the guests on that show. I haven't laughed that hard since Sam Kinison passed away.