1 00:00:07,840 --> 00:00:08,841 (THEME MUSIC PLAYING) 2 00:00:12,000 --> 00:00:18,000 Ripped By mstoll 3 00:01:39,600 --> 00:01:41,250 SETH: Less than 20% are comfortable 4 00:01:41,360 --> 00:01:44,091 with a president and a vice president being related in any way. 5 00:01:44,200 --> 00:01:47,568 Less than 10% approve of someone who's never held elected office. 6 00:01:47,680 --> 00:01:49,967 - But if we can move the needle... - Forty points? 7 00:01:50,040 --> 00:01:51,280 It's how we frame it. 8 00:01:51,360 --> 00:01:53,601 Her favorables are decent. They're better than mine. 9 00:01:53,680 --> 00:01:56,411 In a void, but when it comes to her time as the UN ambassador, 10 00:01:56,520 --> 00:01:57,601 they fall off a cliff. 11 00:01:57,760 --> 00:01:59,762 Performance and experience are big factors. 12 00:01:59,880 --> 00:02:02,724 Then we have to amplify her strengths, not her weaknesses. 13 00:02:02,800 --> 00:02:04,211 We're looking for a VP who's an asset. 14 00:02:04,280 --> 00:02:05,884 This research proves she isn't. 15 00:02:05,960 --> 00:02:09,123 Your job is not to dissuade me, but to figure out how we sell it. 16 00:02:09,200 --> 00:02:12,204 Sir, there are so many people to choose from. 17 00:02:12,280 --> 00:02:13,406 If the goal is to win, 18 00:02:13,480 --> 00:02:15,323 - and we're bending over backwards... - Seth. 19 00:02:16,120 --> 00:02:17,884 The president asked us to develop a plan, 20 00:02:17,960 --> 00:02:19,564 so that's what we'll do. 21 00:02:22,160 --> 00:02:23,810 I'll meet you in my office. 22 00:02:26,840 --> 00:02:29,161 - (DOOR OPENS) - (TELEPHONE RINGING) 23 00:02:29,640 --> 00:02:31,768 - (DOOR CLOSES) - (DOUG SIGHS) 24 00:02:32,320 --> 00:02:34,846 - You know he's right. - Well, of course he's right. 25 00:02:36,000 --> 00:02:37,843 Maybe we offer something else. 26 00:02:39,000 --> 00:02:40,764 She won't listen. 27 00:02:44,160 --> 00:02:45,446 What about LeAnn? 28 00:02:46,680 --> 00:02:48,682 Yes, I was thinking that, too. 29 00:02:50,160 --> 00:02:52,162 Question is how to co-opt her. 30 00:02:53,360 --> 00:02:54,441 She likes paychecks. 31 00:02:54,520 --> 00:02:57,091 No, it's gotta be more than money. She wants coattails. 32 00:03:01,760 --> 00:03:05,128 We swap Claire's for mine. 33 00:03:05,200 --> 00:03:07,851 - Campaign manager? - We could use some fresh blood. 34 00:03:07,920 --> 00:03:10,127 That I agree with, but LeAnn? 35 00:03:10,200 --> 00:03:11,565 I mean, there's no guarantee that we can control her. 36 00:03:11,640 --> 00:03:13,961 But if she can convince Claire to change her mind, that's all I need. 37 00:03:14,040 --> 00:03:15,041 (TELEPHONE BEEPS) 38 00:03:16,360 --> 00:03:17,361 Yes. 39 00:03:17,440 --> 00:03:19,283 WOMAN: They're ready for you in the Situation Room, sir. 40 00:03:19,360 --> 00:03:20,885 I'll be right there. 41 00:03:20,960 --> 00:03:23,850 You could work with her if you had to. 42 00:03:23,960 --> 00:03:25,291 I don't have to like her to work with her. 43 00:03:25,360 --> 00:03:26,805 Good. Make the call. 44 00:03:26,880 --> 00:03:28,120 You still want Seth on the plan? 45 00:03:28,200 --> 00:03:31,204 Yes, until LeAnn's on board. Do I have to worry about him? 46 00:03:31,280 --> 00:03:32,645 We dug pretty deep. 47 00:03:32,720 --> 00:03:34,210 Nothing in his emails or phone records. 48 00:03:34,280 --> 00:03:36,123 He's smart enough to cover his tracks. 49 00:03:37,080 --> 00:03:38,320 I'll talk to him. 50 00:03:59,440 --> 00:04:03,445 - What do you think of this painting? - I'm not sure. 51 00:04:06,280 --> 00:04:08,886 Walker and I sat here one night, stared up at a painting, 52 00:04:08,960 --> 00:04:13,363 the blue one that's in the Oval now. They replaced it with this. 53 00:04:13,480 --> 00:04:15,209 That's not the American flag. 54 00:04:15,280 --> 00:04:20,684 No, it's the rebel flag sinking into oblivion. 55 00:04:20,800 --> 00:04:22,484 Is that a lightning bolt? 56 00:04:24,640 --> 00:04:27,120 Oh, I assume... 57 00:04:30,960 --> 00:04:35,124 Unless it's just a bad attempt at making the ship a unicorn. 58 00:04:35,240 --> 00:04:36,730 - (CHUCKLES) - Do you see that? 59 00:04:36,800 --> 00:04:38,928 Colors are nice. 60 00:04:39,000 --> 00:04:40,240 I hate it. 61 00:04:41,240 --> 00:04:43,163 I guess I hate it, too. 62 00:04:44,440 --> 00:04:46,408 I suppose it's not a good idea 63 00:04:46,480 --> 00:04:48,767 to have the Confederate flag hanging here in the White House 64 00:04:48,840 --> 00:04:51,810 after everything that's happened in South Carolina. 65 00:04:51,920 --> 00:04:53,763 Even if it is sinking. 66 00:04:54,960 --> 00:04:57,247 What do you think we should put up? 67 00:04:57,320 --> 00:04:59,971 I don't know. Something you like better. 68 00:05:04,160 --> 00:05:06,606 Do you have that marker I sign things with? 69 00:05:14,000 --> 00:05:16,287 Put your hand up on the wall. 70 00:05:16,360 --> 00:05:18,362 - Sir? - Put it on the wall. 71 00:05:29,400 --> 00:05:30,970 (BOTH CHUCKLE) 72 00:05:32,800 --> 00:05:34,802 Spread your fingers a little bit. 73 00:05:43,160 --> 00:05:45,128 Wait. Okay. 74 00:05:47,000 --> 00:05:48,001 (LAUGHS) 75 00:05:48,320 --> 00:05:52,962 - Yeah. That's enough fun for today. - (BOTH CHUCKLE) 76 00:05:58,640 --> 00:06:02,531 Doug, I don't know how to do what he's asking me to do. 77 00:06:02,640 --> 00:06:05,405 - There is not some magical... - The leaks. 78 00:06:06,640 --> 00:06:09,928 - Was it you? - Are you serious? 79 00:06:10,040 --> 00:06:11,530 Very. 80 00:06:11,680 --> 00:06:14,923 I handed over all my correspondence, just like everyone else. 81 00:06:15,040 --> 00:06:16,849 Doesn't prove anything. 82 00:06:17,360 --> 00:06:19,681 I'm trying to save this campaign. 83 00:06:19,760 --> 00:06:22,206 If I wanted to sabotage it, I'd let the president do it himself, 84 00:06:22,360 --> 00:06:23,850 instead of fighting back on this VP thing. 85 00:06:23,920 --> 00:06:25,365 Or that's just a cover. 86 00:06:25,440 --> 00:06:28,284 I've been in the trenches for the past year 87 00:06:28,400 --> 00:06:31,051 while you've been gone, and now you doubt me? 88 00:06:31,200 --> 00:06:32,406 I don't need this. 89 00:06:33,280 --> 00:06:35,442 You got this job by digging up dirt. 90 00:06:36,400 --> 00:06:40,450 If you can't trust me by now, I don't know what I'm doing here. 91 00:06:41,360 --> 00:06:45,365 - Are you saying you wanna resign? - That is the last thing that I want, 92 00:06:45,440 --> 00:06:47,886 but you're not giving me any incentive to stay. 93 00:06:52,800 --> 00:06:55,963 All right. Fuck it. 94 00:06:58,080 --> 00:06:59,081 (SIGHS) 95 00:06:59,600 --> 00:07:03,571 Seth, I'm choosing to believe you right now, 96 00:07:03,640 --> 00:07:05,369 but if I come to regret that decision... 97 00:07:05,440 --> 00:07:09,525 You won't, because it's not me. I still think it could be Meechum. 98 00:07:09,600 --> 00:07:11,045 It wasn't. 99 00:07:11,120 --> 00:07:13,248 - You're sure? - I'm positive. 100 00:07:13,320 --> 00:07:14,606 And so is the president. 101 00:07:16,240 --> 00:07:17,730 May I go? 102 00:07:17,800 --> 00:07:20,406 Or did you want to discuss the plan for the First Lady? 103 00:07:20,480 --> 00:07:24,565 I have some calls to make. I'll come to your office after. 104 00:07:27,280 --> 00:07:28,884 (DOOR CLOSES) 105 00:07:31,440 --> 00:07:32,487 (TELEPHONE BEEPS) 106 00:07:32,560 --> 00:07:34,927 Get me LeAnn Harvey. 107 00:07:35,000 --> 00:07:38,288 Milkin will be staying with this man, Anton Khalski. 108 00:07:38,400 --> 00:07:40,402 He owned the second-largest bank in Russia 109 00:07:40,520 --> 00:07:43,251 until Petrov seized it in 2013. 110 00:07:43,320 --> 00:07:45,971 Khalski fled across the border to Estonia. 111 00:07:46,080 --> 00:07:49,084 We'll have Milkin's plane fly to Tallinn, 112 00:07:49,160 --> 00:07:53,085 then he'll travel by boat to Khalski's summer house on Saaremaa. 113 00:07:53,200 --> 00:07:55,601 Tomorrow we'll unfreeze Milkin's American assets 114 00:07:55,680 --> 00:07:58,490 and transfer them to Khalski's Swiss accounts. 115 00:07:58,600 --> 00:08:00,921 Khalski will reach out to his Russian military friends 116 00:08:01,040 --> 00:08:02,644 and then start buying them off. 117 00:08:02,760 --> 00:08:04,762 Are the FSB monitoring Khalski? 118 00:08:04,880 --> 00:08:06,848 Closely. They'll know we're behind this. 119 00:08:06,960 --> 00:08:09,247 - When Moscow confronts us? - We'll deny, of course. 120 00:08:09,320 --> 00:08:11,163 Are we prepared if Petrov overreacts? 121 00:08:11,280 --> 00:08:13,965 The Sixth Fleet has a presence near the Bosphorus, 122 00:08:14,040 --> 00:08:15,769 we have patrols in the North Sea. 123 00:08:15,840 --> 00:08:17,649 - Draft the order. - Sir, if I may? 124 00:08:17,720 --> 00:08:20,326 - We've discussed this, Cathy. - Yes, sir. I feel obligated 125 00:08:20,440 --> 00:08:23,603 to raise my very strong objections. The diplomatic cost to us... 126 00:08:23,680 --> 00:08:24,920 If diplomacy were working, 127 00:08:25,000 --> 00:08:28,049 we wouldn't have to consider this course of action, would we? 128 00:08:29,040 --> 00:08:32,044 - I've voiced my concerns. - Thank you, everyone. 129 00:08:32,360 --> 00:08:34,806 (DOOR OPENS AND CLOSES) 130 00:08:35,080 --> 00:08:36,969 (CELL PHONE RINGING) 131 00:08:37,680 --> 00:08:39,091 (CELL PHONE BEEPS) 132 00:08:39,800 --> 00:08:43,043 You're not going to surprise me by putting the president on, are you? 133 00:08:43,160 --> 00:08:46,004 DOUG: No, it's just us. He filled me in, though, 134 00:08:46,080 --> 00:08:48,401 - on the First Lady's request. - And? 135 00:08:48,520 --> 00:08:50,921 We wanna make you campaign manager. 136 00:08:51,760 --> 00:08:53,489 Look at your email. 137 00:08:57,320 --> 00:09:00,130 - What is this? - Our research. 138 00:09:00,200 --> 00:09:04,171 - It all boils down to the same thing. - You ran a few polls, so what? 139 00:09:04,240 --> 00:09:07,050 - Focus groups, too. - Meaningless. 140 00:09:07,160 --> 00:09:08,286 Not these numbers. 141 00:09:08,400 --> 00:09:11,006 Claire can't be on the ticket. You know she can't. 142 00:09:11,080 --> 00:09:13,845 This isn't something you can isolate on its own. 143 00:09:13,920 --> 00:09:16,526 If gas prices hit $6 a gallon, you're fucked. 144 00:09:16,600 --> 00:09:18,887 - You lose every key demo. - We're well aware. 145 00:09:19,000 --> 00:09:21,685 But if the president makes Claire his running mate, 146 00:09:21,760 --> 00:09:24,730 it makes the conversation tactical instead of economic. 147 00:09:24,840 --> 00:09:27,810 That buys you time on the Russia crisis. 148 00:09:27,920 --> 00:09:30,048 You solve that, confidence in the president 149 00:09:30,120 --> 00:09:32,168 translates into confidence in his choice... 150 00:09:32,240 --> 00:09:35,961 I didn't call you to be convinced. I called to offer you a job. 151 00:09:36,880 --> 00:09:40,362 - Only to get to Mrs. Underwood. - This isn't just about her. 152 00:09:41,720 --> 00:09:44,769 We need you. You'll turn this campaign around. 153 00:09:44,880 --> 00:09:45,881 I'm surprised, Doug. 154 00:09:45,960 --> 00:09:47,610 I didn't think you were very fond of me. 155 00:09:47,720 --> 00:09:51,088 I'm fond of talent. So is the president. 156 00:09:51,800 --> 00:09:53,643 My loyalty is to the First Lady. 157 00:09:53,760 --> 00:09:56,286 All I'm asking is that you talk to her. 158 00:09:56,400 --> 00:09:58,402 I'll tell you what. I'll show Claire your research 159 00:09:58,480 --> 00:10:00,244 if you show the president mine. 160 00:10:01,720 --> 00:10:03,290 I can agree to that. 161 00:10:03,960 --> 00:10:06,088 I shouldn't even be talking to you, Heather. 162 00:10:06,160 --> 00:10:08,561 DUNBAR: I'm seriously concerned that there's been an abuse of power. 163 00:10:08,640 --> 00:10:11,769 Madam Attorney General? Mr. Stamper is ready to see you now. 164 00:10:11,920 --> 00:10:13,081 - I’ll be right there. - (TELEPHONE RINGING) 165 00:10:14,440 --> 00:10:15,566 I gotta go. 166 00:10:15,640 --> 00:10:19,531 The agent in charge of the operation got a promotion directly after. 167 00:10:19,600 --> 00:10:21,568 - Listen... - Martha, if the president 168 00:10:21,680 --> 00:10:24,809 or one of his staff... If anyone strong-armed the bureau 169 00:10:24,920 --> 00:10:26,046 into pursuing Lucas Goodwin, 170 00:10:26,120 --> 00:10:28,964 then you know that's an abuse of power. 171 00:10:29,080 --> 00:10:30,650 I work for the president. 172 00:10:30,760 --> 00:10:32,922 I am about to sit down with his Chief of Staff. 173 00:10:33,000 --> 00:10:36,129 - The law is the law. - This is politics, not the law. 174 00:10:36,280 --> 00:10:38,647 Not true. You brought me on as solicitor general 175 00:10:38,760 --> 00:10:39,921 because of my integrity. 176 00:10:40,000 --> 00:10:41,923 I am bringing this to you because of yours. 177 00:10:42,000 --> 00:10:43,286 Madam Attorney General. 178 00:10:45,760 --> 00:10:46,807 I really need to go. 179 00:10:46,920 --> 00:10:49,446 If a sliver of Goodwin's story holds up... 180 00:10:49,520 --> 00:10:50,567 How did you even find this? 181 00:10:50,640 --> 00:10:52,802 Did your oppo team speak to someone in WITSEC? 182 00:10:52,960 --> 00:10:56,248 Because if that's the case, then that sort of breach is not... 183 00:10:56,320 --> 00:11:00,211 - I spoke to him myself, personally. - You what? 184 00:11:00,320 --> 00:11:04,120 He came to me. He tracked me down. 185 00:11:04,200 --> 00:11:05,964 I'm not touching this, Heather. 186 00:11:07,320 --> 00:11:09,322 Doug, sorry about that. 187 00:11:09,480 --> 00:11:10,845 - No... - I was on with the Chief Justice. 188 00:11:10,960 --> 00:11:12,644 - Don't be silly, come on in. - Thank you. 189 00:11:12,720 --> 00:11:14,563 - This way. - Thanks so much. 190 00:11:18,520 --> 00:11:21,091 MIDDLE-AGED WOMAN: I don't know. She didn't do that well as ambassador. 191 00:11:21,200 --> 00:11:22,440 She wasn't experienced enough. 192 00:11:22,520 --> 00:11:24,045 YOUNG GUY: She was an ambassador? 193 00:11:24,160 --> 00:11:25,491 MIDDLE-AGED WOMAN: At the United Nations. 194 00:11:25,560 --> 00:11:27,767 YOUNG WOMAN: Chris, don't you watch the news? 195 00:11:27,840 --> 00:11:29,046 MODERATOR: How many of you feel the same? 196 00:11:31,720 --> 00:11:34,883 Any other reasons, besides lack of experience? 197 00:11:35,000 --> 00:11:36,411 YOUNG WOMAN: Well, she was really impulsive 198 00:11:36,480 --> 00:11:38,130 when she had that outburst in Moscow. 199 00:11:38,200 --> 00:11:40,851 MIDDLE-AGED WOMAN: Well, she never should've been there in the first place. 200 00:11:40,920 --> 00:11:44,003 The Senate voted her down, and then her husband just appoints her? 201 00:11:44,080 --> 00:11:45,161 That's not right. 202 00:11:45,240 --> 00:11:48,449 Okay, see, I like her as a person, but I agree, 203 00:11:48,560 --> 00:11:50,722 she should stick to being First Lady. 204 00:11:52,720 --> 00:11:55,041 So, he's hoping you'll convince me to let it go. 205 00:11:55,160 --> 00:11:57,640 Look, I'd make a killing compared to what you've paid me, 206 00:11:57,720 --> 00:12:00,485 but you and I talked about making a real mark. 207 00:12:09,760 --> 00:12:11,728 My father really liked Francis. 208 00:12:13,200 --> 00:12:15,931 But as my daddy, he said to me, the day before we got married, 209 00:12:16,040 --> 00:12:17,565 "You have one life, Claire. 210 00:12:18,520 --> 00:12:21,808 "Are you sure this is the man you wanna spend it with?" 211 00:12:21,920 --> 00:12:23,843 What did you say? 212 00:12:23,920 --> 00:12:27,129 I said I didn't want to live my life full of doubts. 213 00:12:27,240 --> 00:12:29,720 Well, I think Francis wants me to doubt myself. 214 00:12:29,800 --> 00:12:30,801 (THUD) 215 00:12:31,760 --> 00:12:36,243 - What was that? - My mother killing a lizard. 216 00:12:49,560 --> 00:12:52,609 - I'll get the door for you, ma'am. - I can open the door myself. 217 00:13:05,000 --> 00:13:07,810 Watch your step. There's blood on the floor. 218 00:13:14,960 --> 00:13:18,407 I want you to take this to the president, in person. 219 00:13:18,480 --> 00:13:21,006 Try to get on a plane tonight if you can. 220 00:13:21,120 --> 00:13:22,451 Of course. 221 00:13:25,400 --> 00:13:27,323 - (UPBEAT MUSIC PLAYING) - (DOOR OPENS) 222 00:13:28,440 --> 00:13:29,646 (DOOR CLOSES) 223 00:13:33,080 --> 00:13:34,081 (SETH SIGHS) 224 00:13:34,160 --> 00:13:35,764 This one's for you. 225 00:13:37,760 --> 00:13:41,128 - It's warm. - At least it's free. 226 00:13:43,440 --> 00:13:45,522 I may need to cash in my insurance. 227 00:13:46,960 --> 00:13:48,291 What's going on? 228 00:13:49,280 --> 00:13:53,285 Tell me what my position would be if she wins the nomination. 229 00:13:54,440 --> 00:13:55,805 Is it the attorney general? 230 00:13:56,960 --> 00:13:59,486 - The what? - Never mind. 231 00:13:59,560 --> 00:14:00,846 For running mate? 232 00:14:00,960 --> 00:14:03,850 It's way too early for running mates. He hasn't even won. 233 00:14:04,640 --> 00:14:06,085 Are we talking about the same thing? 234 00:14:06,160 --> 00:14:07,924 - You go first. - Uh-huh. 235 00:14:08,000 --> 00:14:10,844 - It doesn't work that way. - You're the one looking for a job. 236 00:14:10,960 --> 00:14:13,440 You can either involve me, or you can start reading headlines 237 00:14:13,520 --> 00:14:15,170 about Dunbar pushing a marriage story. 238 00:14:16,360 --> 00:14:17,725 That would blow you up. 239 00:14:18,480 --> 00:14:21,450 Doug's already suspicious. I've got nothing to lose. 240 00:14:21,520 --> 00:14:23,090 So which is it? 241 00:14:24,640 --> 00:14:26,324 Lucas Goodwin. 242 00:14:27,640 --> 00:14:30,041 He was an editor at The Herald, the one who... 243 00:14:30,160 --> 00:14:32,686 - We spoke to him. - Isn't he in prison? 244 00:14:33,240 --> 00:14:35,049 Not anymore. 245 00:14:40,440 --> 00:14:43,171 He's scheduled to depart at 0930 hours. 246 00:14:43,240 --> 00:14:45,891 That'll put him in Tallinn shortly before dawn. 247 00:14:46,000 --> 00:14:49,049 Our station chief is standing by with the escort to Saaremaa. 248 00:14:49,200 --> 00:14:51,043 This is the executive order. 249 00:14:53,120 --> 00:14:55,088 - Sir... - Cathy, I've made my decision. 250 00:14:55,200 --> 00:14:57,680 - Hourly updates once he lands. - Yes, sir. 251 00:14:58,680 --> 00:15:00,444 Thank you all very much. 252 00:15:02,520 --> 00:15:04,284 Tell Doug I'm ready. 253 00:15:09,920 --> 00:15:11,809 Please, have a seat, LeAnn. 254 00:15:14,520 --> 00:15:16,921 I'm delighted you've agreed to come on board. 255 00:15:17,040 --> 00:15:19,042 It's my understanding there is a condition attached. 256 00:15:19,120 --> 00:15:20,246 Well, yes. 257 00:15:20,360 --> 00:15:24,081 And she understands that condition? You've spoken with her? 258 00:15:24,200 --> 00:15:28,683 Oh, my apologies, sir. I wasn't clear. I meant our condition, not yours. 259 00:15:49,920 --> 00:15:51,649 On Super Tuesday. 260 00:15:55,320 --> 00:15:58,210 It's a long trip to deliver this in person. 261 00:15:58,280 --> 00:15:59,441 Well, it's not the sort of thing 262 00:15:59,600 --> 00:16:02,251 you'd want to end up in the wrong hands. 263 00:16:05,760 --> 00:16:10,800 - Are you staying here in Washington? - No, I'm going straight back. 264 00:16:10,920 --> 00:16:13,321 Is there anything you'd like me to tell the First Lady? 265 00:16:13,440 --> 00:16:15,920 Tell her she'll have her answer by this evening. 266 00:16:16,000 --> 00:16:20,050 - Thank you, Mr. President. - Have a safe trip back, Ms. Harvey. 267 00:16:22,280 --> 00:16:24,362 I'll show myself out. 268 00:16:31,120 --> 00:16:34,329 CLAIRE: For quite some time, the president and I have been growing apart. 269 00:16:34,440 --> 00:16:35,680 FRANCIS: Have Meechum step in here. 270 00:16:35,800 --> 00:16:37,450 We've attempted to save our marriage, 271 00:16:37,520 --> 00:16:40,330 but after great effort, I've come to the conclusion 272 00:16:40,440 --> 00:16:42,044 that it can't be saved. 273 00:16:42,160 --> 00:16:45,403 It is with great regret that I announce today 274 00:16:45,520 --> 00:16:47,921 I'm filing for divorce. 275 00:16:48,000 --> 00:16:51,004 - We have to stop her. - Before she gets to the airport? 276 00:16:51,120 --> 00:16:52,804 No, I mean Claire. 277 00:16:54,680 --> 00:16:55,806 You asked for me, sir? 278 00:16:56,520 --> 00:16:58,204 Come in. 279 00:17:04,080 --> 00:17:05,650 Both the cell and the landline... 280 00:17:05,720 --> 00:17:07,768 We're on lockdown, ma'am. We had to scramble all the... 281 00:17:07,880 --> 00:17:09,644 Lockdown? What are you talking about? 282 00:17:09,720 --> 00:17:11,529 I'm gonna need you to stay in the house. 283 00:17:11,640 --> 00:17:13,847 - What... - I'm sorry, ma'am. 284 00:17:13,920 --> 00:17:15,604 You can't force me to stay in here. 285 00:17:15,720 --> 00:17:18,087 There is a current, highly credible threat to your life. 286 00:17:18,200 --> 00:17:19,486 I need to speak to your supervising... 287 00:17:19,600 --> 00:17:22,331 I am the head of your detail here in Dallas, ma'am, 288 00:17:22,400 --> 00:17:25,563 and I've been ordered to keep you securely in this house. 289 00:17:33,400 --> 00:17:35,482 (PHONE BEEPING) 290 00:17:35,560 --> 00:17:36,721 (OUT OF SERVICE TONE) 291 00:17:38,240 --> 00:17:40,481 (INDISTINCT CHATTER ON RADIO) 292 00:17:45,160 --> 00:17:50,724 - (CROWD CHEERING) - (WHISTLING) 293 00:17:56,960 --> 00:18:00,089 Blunderwood! Blunderwood! 294 00:18:00,160 --> 00:18:02,128 Shh. Shh. Shh. 295 00:18:02,640 --> 00:18:03,801 Listen. 296 00:18:03,880 --> 00:18:08,169 CROWD: (CHANTING IN DISTANCE) Blunderwood! Blunderwood! 297 00:18:08,240 --> 00:18:11,608 Do you know what they're chanting? "Blunderwood." 298 00:18:11,760 --> 00:18:13,250 (ALL LAUGH) 299 00:18:13,440 --> 00:18:14,930 If I were their English professor, 300 00:18:15,040 --> 00:18:17,281 I would give them all an "A" for cleverness... 301 00:18:17,360 --> 00:18:18,725 (ALL LAUGH) 302 00:18:18,800 --> 00:18:20,450 But a "D" for accuracy. 303 00:18:20,520 --> 00:18:21,521 (ALL LAUGH) 304 00:18:21,600 --> 00:18:24,683 - But that's part of being president. - (CHANTING CONTINUES OUTSIDE) 305 00:18:24,760 --> 00:18:26,330 You make enemies, 306 00:18:26,440 --> 00:18:29,330 and you can hear some of mine just outside, right now. 307 00:18:30,160 --> 00:18:32,288 So, I am grateful to each and every one of you 308 00:18:32,400 --> 00:18:33,970 for coming out and showing your support today. 309 00:18:34,080 --> 00:18:36,811 It's because of you, we will win this nomination, 310 00:18:36,920 --> 00:18:38,365 and that's why I came to your college today. 311 00:18:38,440 --> 00:18:39,441 (ALL CHEERING) 312 00:18:42,120 --> 00:18:43,770 (INDISTINCT SHOUTING) 313 00:18:46,080 --> 00:18:50,369 Now, of course I knew that there would be protesters here today, 314 00:18:50,480 --> 00:18:52,801 and I could've chosen not to come, 315 00:18:52,920 --> 00:18:55,844 or I could choose to avoid them as I leave, 316 00:18:55,960 --> 00:18:57,041 but I'm not going to do that, 317 00:18:57,120 --> 00:19:00,488 because those students out there, your fellow classmates, 318 00:19:00,600 --> 00:19:02,568 I'm their president, too. 319 00:19:02,640 --> 00:19:06,770 And whether they vote for me or not, I have to lead them as well. 320 00:19:06,840 --> 00:19:10,526 So, it's important to hear them, to talk to them, 321 00:19:10,640 --> 00:19:12,802 to listen to their ideas, 322 00:19:12,960 --> 00:19:15,645 because, just as you're learning in college, 323 00:19:15,800 --> 00:19:19,168 a diversity of ideas makes us all wiser, 324 00:19:19,280 --> 00:19:22,682 and that holds true even for your president. 325 00:19:22,800 --> 00:19:26,964 True leadership is not running away from those who disagree with you, 326 00:19:27,040 --> 00:19:28,371 but embracing them, 327 00:19:28,520 --> 00:19:30,841 and that is exactly what I intend to do when I'm done today. 328 00:19:30,960 --> 00:19:34,123 I'm gonna go out and embrace that entire crowd. 329 00:19:34,200 --> 00:19:36,567 (ALL CHEERING) 330 00:19:43,920 --> 00:19:46,002 - (ENGINE WHIRRING) - (INDISTINCT CHATTER ON RADIO) 331 00:19:46,200 --> 00:19:48,328 (CLICKS TONGUE) Shouldn't we be taking a military plane? 332 00:19:48,400 --> 00:19:50,129 That would draw attention. 333 00:19:50,200 --> 00:19:51,326 Relax. 334 00:19:51,400 --> 00:19:54,210 Everything's been worked out. You're in good hands. 335 00:19:55,520 --> 00:19:57,887 Here, get some sleep. 336 00:19:59,200 --> 00:20:00,929 It's gonna be a long trip tonight. 337 00:20:14,040 --> 00:20:17,442 ALL: Blunderwood! Blunderwood! 338 00:20:17,560 --> 00:20:20,564 - Any news? - Everything's secure, sir. 339 00:20:21,240 --> 00:20:23,368 (INDISTINCT SHOUTING) 340 00:20:25,240 --> 00:20:26,321 FRANCIS: Thank you all for coming out, 341 00:20:26,400 --> 00:20:28,926 even those of you who don't entirely support me. 342 00:20:30,080 --> 00:20:32,208 - STUDENT 1: You're doing a great job. - Thank you. 343 00:20:32,280 --> 00:20:35,409 I wanna try to hear what it is that you disagree with me about. 344 00:20:35,480 --> 00:20:37,323 - STUDENT 2: No more wars. - I understand not everyone's for me. 345 00:20:37,400 --> 00:20:38,401 STUDENT 3: We love you, President Underwood! 346 00:20:38,480 --> 00:20:39,481 Thank you very much. 347 00:20:39,560 --> 00:20:42,131 STUDENT 4: Go back to Gaffney! 348 00:20:42,240 --> 00:20:44,561 FRANCIS: Hello, how are you? Thank you for coming. 349 00:20:45,200 --> 00:20:47,089 - Hello. - STUDENT 5: You're doing a great job! 350 00:20:48,400 --> 00:20:49,401 FRANCIS: Hello. 351 00:20:51,760 --> 00:20:53,250 I'm here to listen to you, 352 00:20:53,360 --> 00:20:55,886 but probably one at a time is gonna be a little better. 353 00:20:55,960 --> 00:20:58,531 Maybe we could have a conversation, more one-on-one. 354 00:20:58,600 --> 00:21:01,001 - It's difficult to hear you. - STUDENT 6: Get us outta the Middle East! 355 00:21:01,080 --> 00:21:03,526 I understand what you don't believe in, but what are you for? 356 00:21:03,600 --> 00:21:04,840 That would be a good question. 357 00:21:04,920 --> 00:21:07,082 How about you? You've been yelling at me for a little while. 358 00:21:07,240 --> 00:21:08,651 What do you think I should be doing differently? 359 00:21:08,760 --> 00:21:10,000 - You should resign. - Well, now, 360 00:21:10,120 --> 00:21:11,406 I'm not asking for your vote, 361 00:21:11,480 --> 00:21:13,482 but what would you do if you were president? 362 00:21:13,600 --> 00:21:15,250 You're ruining our country! 363 00:21:15,320 --> 00:21:17,322 I came out here to try to listen to what you wanna say, 364 00:21:17,440 --> 00:21:19,044 - but if all you're gonna do is scream... - (GUNSHOT) 365 00:21:19,560 --> 00:21:20,607 - Gun! - (ALL SCREAMING) 366 00:21:21,680 --> 00:21:25,446 (GUNSHOTS) 367 00:21:28,680 --> 00:21:30,808 - Let's go! Let's go! - (FRANCIS GASPS) 368 00:21:33,720 --> 00:21:35,609 (SIREN WAILING) 369 00:21:41,000 --> 00:21:44,766 NEWSCASTER: There has been an attempted assassination of the president. 370 00:21:44,840 --> 00:21:47,969 President Frank Underwood has been shot. 371 00:21:48,080 --> 00:21:52,324 It occurred about 10 minutes ago during a campaign event 372 00:21:52,440 --> 00:21:54,488 at Hammond University in Washington, D.C. 373 00:21:54,600 --> 00:21:58,605 We do not yet know how severely the president has been wounded. 374 00:21:58,680 --> 00:22:01,490 He is en route to Jefferson Memorial Hospital. 375 00:22:01,600 --> 00:22:05,161 We don't know how serious his condition may be. 376 00:22:05,280 --> 00:22:09,251 Footage of the assassination attempt is still making its way to us, 377 00:22:09,320 --> 00:22:12,051 and we expect to have that shortly. 378 00:22:12,160 --> 00:22:13,685 Witnesses are reporting that there was 379 00:22:13,800 --> 00:22:17,009 a quick succession of gunshots, four or five, 380 00:22:17,120 --> 00:22:20,806 a lone gunman whose identity we are still trying to determine. 381 00:22:20,880 --> 00:22:23,167 We've been told the gunman was killed, 382 00:22:23,320 --> 00:22:25,288 as well as at least one Secret Service agent, 383 00:22:25,360 --> 00:22:29,001 but we don't have definitive confirmation of that yet. 384 00:22:29,160 --> 00:22:33,165 We don't yet know who the gunman may be or who the agent is. 385 00:22:33,240 --> 00:22:35,481 - What's happened? - The president's been shot. 386 00:22:36,400 --> 00:22:38,129 NEWSCASTER: I'm hearing now that the president 387 00:22:38,240 --> 00:22:41,323 received at least one gunshot to the abdomen, possibly more, 388 00:22:41,400 --> 00:22:44,722 that he clutched his stomach, that he fell instantly to the ground, 389 00:22:44,880 --> 00:22:46,769 and there were screams, people panicking, 390 00:22:46,880 --> 00:22:49,690 that it has been very chaotic at that scene. 391 00:22:49,760 --> 00:22:51,762 We have very little information at this time, 392 00:22:51,880 --> 00:22:55,123 other than shots were fired, the president wounded. 393 00:22:55,200 --> 00:22:57,248 But as I say, he is alive. 394 00:22:57,360 --> 00:23:00,682 We've gotten no official statement from the White House as of yet, 395 00:23:00,760 --> 00:23:02,569 either the president's precise condition 396 00:23:02,680 --> 00:23:05,650 or the whereabouts of Vice President Blythe. 397 00:23:05,720 --> 00:23:07,609 He is believed to be at the White House. 398 00:23:07,720 --> 00:23:09,449 We cannot confirm that, 399 00:23:09,560 --> 00:23:12,484 nor do we know if he will take over as acting president, 400 00:23:12,560 --> 00:23:14,767 assuming the duties of the presidency 401 00:23:14,880 --> 00:23:18,487 under the terms of the 25th Amendment to the Constitution. 402 00:23:18,560 --> 00:23:20,562 That would seem likely, however, 403 00:23:20,680 --> 00:23:24,605 if the president's wounds are as serious as we believe them to be. 404 00:23:25,560 --> 00:23:27,562 This is a difficult moment for the country. 405 00:23:27,680 --> 00:23:30,490 It is not the first time that a president has been shot 406 00:23:30,560 --> 00:23:33,803 in my lifetime or in many of yours. 407 00:23:33,920 --> 00:23:36,810 But even for those of us who have experienced this before, 408 00:23:36,920 --> 00:23:40,367 it is no less of a shock, it is no less terrifying. 409 00:23:41,760 --> 00:23:44,286 It is the moment when our nation's resilience, 410 00:23:44,440 --> 00:23:45,930 when our collective strength, 411 00:23:46,040 --> 00:23:50,011 the moment when all of that is tested the most. 412 00:23:50,080 --> 00:23:54,608 And we can only imagine how difficult it must be for the First Lady. 413 00:23:57,800 --> 00:23:59,370 (DOOR OPENING) 414 00:24:00,640 --> 00:24:03,291 - Francis... - Michael told me. 415 00:24:08,160 --> 00:24:10,288 I have to go back to Washington. 416 00:24:11,920 --> 00:24:14,287 Well, what are you waiting for? 417 00:24:17,240 --> 00:24:19,641 Do you expect me to console you? 418 00:24:21,320 --> 00:24:22,810 No, I just... 419 00:24:24,240 --> 00:24:27,289 - Goodbye, Mother. - Claire. 420 00:24:28,320 --> 00:24:30,687 I hope he dies. 421 00:24:38,760 --> 00:24:42,560 Claire, I can't imagine how difficult this must be. 422 00:24:42,640 --> 00:24:44,210 Is there anything I can do? 423 00:24:44,320 --> 00:24:46,243 I appreciate the call, Mr. Vice President, 424 00:24:46,320 --> 00:24:48,607 but I'm sure you've got a lot to take care of right now. 425 00:24:48,680 --> 00:24:50,682 Is there anything I can do to help you? 426 00:24:50,840 --> 00:24:52,490 I'll be making a brief appearance 427 00:24:52,600 --> 00:24:56,650 once we have a better sense of where things stand. 428 00:24:56,720 --> 00:24:58,688 Would you like me to be there? 429 00:24:58,800 --> 00:25:02,009 I think it would be good, the country seeing the First Lady. 430 00:25:03,040 --> 00:25:05,884 I think it's more important that they see your steady hand. 431 00:25:06,000 --> 00:25:09,402 If you're by my side, it would certainly make it steadier. 432 00:25:09,520 --> 00:25:12,330 Of course. Anything you ask. 433 00:25:12,400 --> 00:25:15,927 I'm gonna be praying for you. For both of you. 434 00:25:16,000 --> 00:25:17,570 Thank you, Don. 435 00:25:22,440 --> 00:25:23,851 (EXHALES) 436 00:25:26,840 --> 00:25:28,046 Okay. 437 00:25:39,040 --> 00:25:40,530 This way, sir. 438 00:26:22,760 --> 00:26:24,285 Thank you, sir. 439 00:26:25,720 --> 00:26:27,290 The acting president needs to be briefed 440 00:26:27,400 --> 00:26:29,209 on a highly classified matter. 441 00:26:29,280 --> 00:26:31,487 Everyone without military clearance, we'll need the room. 442 00:26:42,880 --> 00:26:44,530 It was in fact two shots. 443 00:26:44,600 --> 00:26:48,321 One that grazed the torso just beneath the right arm 444 00:26:48,400 --> 00:26:52,371 and the second which entered the abdomen, possibly into his liver. 445 00:26:52,440 --> 00:26:55,887 Obviously, it was that shot that did the greatest damage. 446 00:26:55,960 --> 00:27:00,170 The president is currently reported to be in critical condition. 447 00:27:00,280 --> 00:27:01,520 The Secret Service agent 448 00:27:01,640 --> 00:27:04,484 that was killed protecting the president was Edward Meechum. 449 00:27:04,640 --> 00:27:06,165 He is the head of the president's detail, 450 00:27:06,280 --> 00:27:08,248 and we can confirm that now. 451 00:27:08,320 --> 00:27:11,244 After being shot and before he died, 452 00:27:11,320 --> 00:27:15,769 he killed the assailant whose identity is still unknown. 453 00:27:15,840 --> 00:27:18,047 We're waiting now on a press conference from the White House 454 00:27:18,120 --> 00:27:19,485 from Press Secretary Seth Grayson, 455 00:27:19,600 --> 00:27:23,400 and we expect to have that beginning in just a few moments. 456 00:27:23,480 --> 00:27:27,405 We confirm nothing unless you run it past me twice first, 457 00:27:27,480 --> 00:27:28,606 - I don't want... - Mr. Grayson... 458 00:27:28,680 --> 00:27:31,604 I'm on my way. We don't want any rumors, only facts. 459 00:27:31,680 --> 00:27:33,409 There's a student who's claiming it was the Secret Service 460 00:27:33,480 --> 00:27:35,608 - who fired the first shot. - What did I just say? 461 00:27:35,680 --> 00:27:37,921 Do not waste my time with that bullshit. 462 00:27:38,000 --> 00:27:39,001 Sir, the press is waiting. 463 00:27:39,120 --> 00:27:41,441 All right, I'm coming. Where's my... 464 00:27:41,520 --> 00:27:43,010 (INDISTINCT CHATTER) 465 00:27:47,000 --> 00:27:50,322 At 12:38 this afternoon, Vice President Donald Blythe 466 00:27:50,480 --> 00:27:52,847 was authorized as acting president by the cabinet. 467 00:27:52,960 --> 00:27:55,167 He is currently meeting with them. 468 00:27:55,240 --> 00:27:58,449 Approximately 20 minutes ago, the First Lady landed at Andrews. 469 00:27:58,520 --> 00:28:01,330 She is expected to arrive at the hospital shortly. 470 00:28:05,680 --> 00:28:08,524 - Mrs. Underwood. - How is he? 471 00:28:08,640 --> 00:28:11,325 They're still in the OR. Probably a few hours left to go. 472 00:28:13,160 --> 00:28:15,049 Is he going to live? 473 00:28:15,160 --> 00:28:18,369 He took a direct hit to his liver, which is partially shattered. 474 00:28:18,480 --> 00:28:21,848 Fortunately, part of the left lobe is mostly intact. 475 00:28:23,360 --> 00:28:26,284 Now, we think there's a decent chance he will survive surgery, 476 00:28:26,360 --> 00:28:29,967 but even if he does, that's when the real fight begins. 477 00:28:31,040 --> 00:28:32,963 I'd like to see him. 478 00:28:33,040 --> 00:28:35,566 As soon as he's out, I'll make sure you know. 479 00:28:35,680 --> 00:28:37,205 Okay, thank you. 480 00:28:58,200 --> 00:29:01,090 I'd recommend we call off this operation, 481 00:29:01,160 --> 00:29:02,764 we turn the plane around now. 482 00:29:02,880 --> 00:29:06,168 I disagree. It's well planned. The president already signed off. 483 00:29:06,240 --> 00:29:07,890 The president might die. 484 00:29:08,000 --> 00:29:12,085 - Madam Secretary... - We'll have no talk like that, Cathy. 485 00:29:13,000 --> 00:29:14,240 My apologies, sir. 486 00:29:14,320 --> 00:29:19,360 What I am trying to say is that it is too risky to antagonize... 487 00:29:19,440 --> 00:29:21,283 The point was to scare them, not... 488 00:29:21,400 --> 00:29:22,765 To do anything of this nature 489 00:29:22,880 --> 00:29:25,281 while the commander in chief is incapacitated, 490 00:29:25,400 --> 00:29:27,004 - the Russians will take... - We're at high alert. 491 00:29:27,080 --> 00:29:28,923 We're prepared for all eventualities. 492 00:29:29,040 --> 00:29:30,769 We don't want the military to be the fail-safe. 493 00:29:30,880 --> 00:29:34,089 Mr. Vice... (CLEARS THROAT) Mr. President, 494 00:29:35,240 --> 00:29:38,289 I believe it is our duty to carry out the orders that the president signed. 495 00:29:38,400 --> 00:29:42,450 - The circumstances have changed. - The plan is sound. 496 00:29:44,400 --> 00:29:47,768 So, what would you like to do, sir, continue the mission or abort? 497 00:29:50,360 --> 00:29:53,967 - I wanna think on it. - He's scheduled to land in two hours. 498 00:29:54,080 --> 00:29:56,651 I just want... (STUTTERS) 499 00:29:56,720 --> 00:29:59,291 I've gotta think. Let's take a break. 500 00:29:59,400 --> 00:30:01,971 I, uh, need to process all this. 501 00:30:08,600 --> 00:30:09,601 (DOOR CLOSES) 502 00:30:12,320 --> 00:30:13,446 Sir? 503 00:30:16,160 --> 00:30:19,164 - The president weighed everything... - Cathy brought up some good points. 504 00:30:19,280 --> 00:30:20,725 She's been against this from the very beginning, 505 00:30:20,800 --> 00:30:21,926 but the president clearly... 506 00:30:22,000 --> 00:30:24,401 Just give me some time, Doug, please? 507 00:30:24,480 --> 00:30:26,960 I've got too many people barking in my ear. 508 00:30:37,080 --> 00:30:39,526 The president is out of surgery, 509 00:30:39,640 --> 00:30:42,371 and he is in stable but critical condition. 510 00:30:44,360 --> 00:30:48,285 Excuse me! Excuse me! We are going to keep this orderly. 511 00:30:48,360 --> 00:30:50,203 Dr. Saxon will finish his statement, 512 00:30:50,280 --> 00:30:52,601 and then we'll answer your questions. Thank you. 513 00:30:52,680 --> 00:30:55,206 The surgery lasted 6 hours, 28 minutes. 514 00:30:55,320 --> 00:30:57,209 Three quarters of his liver was removed. 515 00:30:57,280 --> 00:31:00,204 A liver, even one quarter of a liver, 516 00:31:00,280 --> 00:31:03,602 has the ability to regenerate within six to eight weeks. 517 00:31:03,680 --> 00:31:06,365 We will be conducting blood tests every hour. 518 00:31:06,480 --> 00:31:08,721 Enzymes, ammonia levels, PT times, 519 00:31:08,800 --> 00:31:10,802 I believe these are all explained in the handout. 520 00:31:10,880 --> 00:31:12,882 ...the medical report, live from the White House, 521 00:31:13,000 --> 00:31:14,729 which we will return to shortly. 522 00:31:14,840 --> 00:31:16,808 But we have breaking news we're following. 523 00:31:16,880 --> 00:31:19,724 The would-be assassin was previously reported 524 00:31:19,800 --> 00:31:22,485 as John Carlyle from Dayton, Ohio, 525 00:31:22,560 --> 00:31:24,403 but sources in the Department of Justice 526 00:31:24,520 --> 00:31:28,241 now say this was actually an alias for Lucas Goodwin, 527 00:31:28,320 --> 00:31:30,209 a former editor at The Washington Herald 528 00:31:30,320 --> 00:31:34,041 who was convicted of cyberterrorism nearly two years ago. 529 00:31:34,200 --> 00:31:37,727 Now, if we freeze this cell phone footage of the shooting 530 00:31:37,840 --> 00:31:42,084 and we compare the shooter's face to this picture of Goodwin, 531 00:31:42,200 --> 00:31:44,407 well, the comparison is striking 532 00:31:44,520 --> 00:31:49,082 and would seem to confirm what we're hearing from our sources in the DOJ, 533 00:31:49,160 --> 00:31:51,401 who say Goodwin was recently released 534 00:31:51,480 --> 00:31:53,847 and is in a witness protection program. 535 00:31:55,160 --> 00:31:57,686 It's so strange to think that I... 536 00:31:57,760 --> 00:32:00,730 It was, what? Just two hours before? Less than. 537 00:32:01,920 --> 00:32:03,763 How did he react? 538 00:32:03,840 --> 00:32:07,003 He was cold, I guess. I couldn't really read him. 539 00:32:08,680 --> 00:32:10,284 He looks so weak. 540 00:32:11,240 --> 00:32:13,368 Should I come back to Washington? 541 00:32:13,440 --> 00:32:15,010 Let's see how the next couple of days go. 542 00:32:16,520 --> 00:32:18,522 Well, just say the word, I'm on a plane. 543 00:32:19,760 --> 00:32:22,127 All right, thank you, LeAnn. Good night. 544 00:32:22,200 --> 00:32:23,531 - Good night. - (MONITOR BEEPING) 545 00:32:24,800 --> 00:32:26,325 (CELL PHONE BEEPS) 546 00:32:28,960 --> 00:32:30,962 Francis, can you hear me? 547 00:32:40,360 --> 00:32:41,600 Francis. 548 00:32:42,720 --> 00:32:44,882 - (KNOCKING ON DOOR) - (DOOR OPENS) 549 00:32:47,640 --> 00:32:49,563 I just spoke to Eddie's parents, ma'am. 550 00:32:49,640 --> 00:32:52,041 You said you wanted to call them? 551 00:32:52,120 --> 00:32:53,724 Yes, thank you. 552 00:32:57,280 --> 00:32:59,965 CLAIRE: Edward was more than a hero, Mrs. Meechum. 553 00:33:00,080 --> 00:33:01,286 He was our friend. 554 00:33:02,240 --> 00:33:04,322 I'm so sorry for your loss. 555 00:33:07,080 --> 00:33:09,845 Please, let me know if there's anything 556 00:33:09,960 --> 00:33:11,644 I can do for you and your family. 557 00:33:11,760 --> 00:33:13,649 You can call me anytime. 558 00:33:14,800 --> 00:33:17,167 Yes, ma'am, that is my private number. 559 00:33:17,280 --> 00:33:19,248 And again, I'm so sorry. 560 00:33:21,360 --> 00:33:22,805 (CELL PHONE BEEPS) 561 00:33:27,840 --> 00:33:30,241 - Lucas Goodwin? - We didn't know he was out. 562 00:33:30,360 --> 00:33:32,522 How can that happen? He's released and you didn't know... 563 00:33:32,600 --> 00:33:34,921 Ma'am, as far as threats go, 564 00:33:35,000 --> 00:33:37,207 we've been far more occupied with you lately. 565 00:33:39,760 --> 00:33:42,969 I'm hoping that we can work together, because I need your help. 566 00:33:44,120 --> 00:33:46,771 - How? - The vice president. 567 00:33:46,840 --> 00:33:49,446 We spoke. I told him I would appear with him. 568 00:33:49,520 --> 00:33:50,601 Not the statement. 569 00:33:51,600 --> 00:33:53,841 He's having trouble making a decision. 570 00:33:53,960 --> 00:33:56,531 Can you come back to the White House with me? 571 00:33:58,800 --> 00:34:02,646 It's serious, ma'am. I can fill you in on the way. 572 00:34:06,880 --> 00:34:08,120 I'll grab my things. 573 00:34:16,080 --> 00:34:17,525 (CLEARS THROAT) 574 00:34:18,680 --> 00:34:21,843 - I can't let you go any farther, sir. - I'm his Chief of Staff. 575 00:34:21,960 --> 00:34:23,803 I'm sorry, sir. 576 00:34:23,880 --> 00:34:26,008 Only doctors and the First Lady for now. 577 00:34:33,200 --> 00:34:35,248 (TELEPHONE RINGING) 578 00:34:47,160 --> 00:34:49,242 - (KNOCK ON DOOR) - (DOOR OPENS) 579 00:34:50,080 --> 00:34:51,320 Claire. 580 00:34:52,520 --> 00:34:53,931 - Hello. - (DOOR CLOSES) 581 00:34:55,680 --> 00:34:57,170 How are you? 582 00:34:57,280 --> 00:34:58,770 - Exhausted. - I'm sure. 583 00:34:58,840 --> 00:35:00,251 You must be, too. 584 00:35:00,360 --> 00:35:04,763 There's so much I don't know. It's overwhelming. 585 00:35:04,880 --> 00:35:08,123 Sir, I briefed the First Lady on the Milkin operation. 586 00:35:08,200 --> 00:35:09,281 I thought she might have some insight, 587 00:35:09,400 --> 00:35:12,131 given her experience working directly with Russia. 588 00:35:12,200 --> 00:35:15,443 I know you've had a lot of people weigh in already. 589 00:35:16,360 --> 00:35:19,603 I value your input, Claire. I'm glad you're here. 590 00:35:20,960 --> 00:35:24,646 - Douglas, will you give us a minute? - Of course. 591 00:35:24,720 --> 00:35:26,370 I'll be with the cabinet, sir. 592 00:35:28,800 --> 00:35:30,131 You know that thing that people say, 593 00:35:30,200 --> 00:35:31,964 "God never gives you more than you can handle?" 594 00:35:32,040 --> 00:35:33,201 Yes. 595 00:35:34,040 --> 00:35:38,489 My Marjory, God bless her, she said that was pure bullshit. 596 00:35:38,640 --> 00:35:40,244 (BOTH CHUCKLE) 597 00:35:42,440 --> 00:35:44,408 Ah, listen to me complaining 598 00:35:44,480 --> 00:35:46,164 while your husband is fighting for his life. 599 00:35:46,240 --> 00:35:48,811 It's okay. Actually, I need the distraction. 600 00:35:48,880 --> 00:35:50,644 Let's talk Russia. 601 00:35:50,720 --> 00:35:55,567 I'm torn. We have this plane circling over the North Sea, 602 00:35:56,560 --> 00:35:59,769 - and I don't know what to do. - What does your gut tell you? 603 00:35:59,840 --> 00:36:00,841 (SIGHS) 604 00:36:01,240 --> 00:36:04,164 I've never been a gut sort of guy. 605 00:36:04,280 --> 00:36:06,931 I mean, if I had a gun to my head... 606 00:36:07,000 --> 00:36:09,401 Sorry, that was a poor choice of words. 607 00:36:09,520 --> 00:36:11,170 It's fine. Go on. 608 00:36:13,320 --> 00:36:16,005 I understand what the president hoped to achieve, 609 00:36:16,120 --> 00:36:18,771 but the thought of provoking Russia... 610 00:36:19,840 --> 00:36:24,084 And I'm just beginning to immerse myself in all the complexities. 611 00:36:26,000 --> 00:36:29,209 What would Frank do, if he were in my shoes right now? 612 00:36:29,280 --> 00:36:30,930 If he were here, he'd tell you 613 00:36:31,040 --> 00:36:32,849 that's the last thing you should think about, 614 00:36:32,960 --> 00:36:34,883 because he's not here, you are. 615 00:36:34,960 --> 00:36:37,440 What would you do? 616 00:36:37,520 --> 00:36:40,000 Proceed with the mission or bring him back? 617 00:36:41,360 --> 00:36:42,964 I don't like either. 618 00:36:44,120 --> 00:36:45,451 Those are my options. 619 00:36:45,520 --> 00:36:47,204 Well, if there's one thing I've learned, 620 00:36:47,320 --> 00:36:48,810 28 years with Francis, 621 00:36:48,880 --> 00:36:51,042 and he said it time and time again, 622 00:36:51,160 --> 00:36:53,288 "If you don't like the way the table is set..." 623 00:36:53,360 --> 00:36:55,966 - "Then turn over the table." - That's right. 624 00:36:56,040 --> 00:36:58,122 He's said it to me, more than once. 625 00:36:58,200 --> 00:37:00,487 Then that's what you should do, Donald. 626 00:37:02,040 --> 00:37:05,362 - But how? - Let's figure it out. 627 00:37:09,560 --> 00:37:10,561 (SIGHS) 628 00:37:12,520 --> 00:37:14,568 (INDISTINCT CHATTER ON RADIO) 629 00:37:19,680 --> 00:37:22,081 Weren't we supposed to have landed already? 630 00:37:22,160 --> 00:37:25,767 - We're in a holding pattern. - Why? Is something wrong? 631 00:37:25,840 --> 00:37:27,524 All I know is we're in a holding pattern. 632 00:37:52,560 --> 00:37:54,369 Doug. 633 00:37:54,440 --> 00:37:56,602 This plane's gonna run out of fuel soon. 634 00:37:56,720 --> 00:37:58,404 We're gonna have to put it down somewhere. 635 00:38:10,120 --> 00:38:11,645 (TELEPHONE RINGING) 636 00:38:14,880 --> 00:38:18,043 I'll be making a statement shortly. Let's notify the press corps. 637 00:38:18,120 --> 00:38:22,330 - About the operation? - No, to reassure the American people. 638 00:38:22,400 --> 00:38:24,641 - Shall I meet you in there? - Ten minutes. The cabinet? 639 00:38:24,760 --> 00:38:26,967 - Still waiting on your decision, sir. - Good. 640 00:38:27,040 --> 00:38:28,326 Let's go. 641 00:38:30,840 --> 00:38:32,524 (TELEPHONE RINGING) 642 00:38:37,880 --> 00:38:40,326 I want you to land the plane in China. 643 00:38:40,440 --> 00:38:41,726 China, sir? 644 00:38:41,840 --> 00:38:44,241 There's no bailout without Chinese money. 645 00:38:44,320 --> 00:38:46,561 We give them Milkin, they have more leverage. 646 00:38:46,640 --> 00:38:49,086 Sir, that gives away our leverage. 647 00:38:49,160 --> 00:38:50,924 I'm not for regime change, but that just... 648 00:38:51,000 --> 00:38:53,321 It's the last thing that Petrov is expecting. 649 00:38:53,440 --> 00:38:55,841 They'll demand drilling access in eastern Siberia. 650 00:38:55,960 --> 00:38:58,691 And when they do, we become the lesser of two evils. 651 00:38:58,760 --> 00:39:00,762 Sir, at no time did the president 652 00:39:00,840 --> 00:39:02,251 intend on bringing China into the mix... 653 00:39:02,360 --> 00:39:04,089 Get the plane on Chinese soil. 654 00:39:04,160 --> 00:39:06,606 And turn over Milkin's assets. That's my decision. 655 00:39:08,560 --> 00:39:09,561 (DOOR CLOSING) 656 00:39:11,840 --> 00:39:14,605 - I asked for your help. - And that's what I gave. 657 00:39:14,680 --> 00:39:16,523 China wasn't part of the president's plan. 658 00:39:16,640 --> 00:39:18,847 It's part of the acting president's plan. 659 00:39:19,000 --> 00:39:21,890 - You ready? - Yes, whenever you are. 660 00:39:21,960 --> 00:39:24,201 - Seth? - Yes, sir. 661 00:39:26,360 --> 00:39:28,203 (INDISTINCT CHATTER) 662 00:39:35,040 --> 00:39:38,044 Ladies and gentlemen, the acting president. 663 00:39:42,720 --> 00:39:44,165 Please, sit. 664 00:39:45,880 --> 00:39:50,044 This is a difficult day for all Americans, 665 00:39:50,200 --> 00:39:55,081 particularly for Mrs. Underwood, who is gracious enough to be here, 666 00:39:55,160 --> 00:39:59,245 to lend me strength while I address an anxious nation. 667 00:39:59,320 --> 00:40:00,481 ALL: Mr. President! 668 00:40:03,000 --> 00:40:11,000 Ripped By mstoll