A sudden terrorist threat forces Claire into action
Another election is on the way.
Alls not necessarily well in the White House though, as Frank and Claire begin the episode arguing.
Frank sees the move as weakness that spells disaster for them even if they do reclaim the White House.
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Its part of a pattern of behavior thats emerging with Frank.
The generals believe Ahmed is in Damascus, but theyre divided on how to approach the situation.
In a meeting like this, we get a peak at the shifting dynamic of the Underwoods.
Theres fear that it could be connected to a potential ICO attack, but thats speculation at the moment.
The potential for disaster is huge, and its in this real crisis that something interesting emerges.
Here, they find themselves on their heels and terrified of the real-world attack.
Wait, is something really happening?
Here, thats Jane Davis.
Now, Doug needs that tape.
He storms out of the bunker and intimidates another general into fixing this mess.
Outside the bunker, the Underwoods are using this faux crisis to gain some sense of control.
How deep does it go?
Did Brockhart, Conway, or Usher know about all of this?
Surely those questions will be answered over time.
At the very least, I suspect Usher knew a thing or two about what was happening.
Hes proving to be the real foil to the Underwoods this season, not Conway.
Sean is meeting with Laura Moretti and asking about Anthony, then relaying the information back to Seth.
For every person fighting the good fight, theres one trying to get into bed with the enemy.
Like so many episodes this season, Chapter 59 ends with anelection on the horizon.
Is this the one that willfinallygive us a president andfinallymove this season away from repetitive storytelling?
Theres certainly hope, but nothings ever certain with the Underwoods.
