Scandal

Fitz begins his second term; Mellie struggles with the loss of her child; the gladiators feel the effect of Olivia's absence.

Cyrus hopes to recruit an influential power couple while prepping for the State of the Union; Mellie's struggles get the nation's attention.

An old friend seeks help after the disappearance of her daughter; a national news story obsesses Mellie; David endeavors to prove himself.

Fitz turns to Olivia for help with a situation that would destroy his family's reputation; Rowan asks a friend to do his dirty work.

Jake stops returning Olivia's calls, distracting her from the investigation into Catherine's case; Cyrus becomes more involved with Michael.

An assassin who claims he was wrongly accused wants Olivia's help; Mellie is intrigued by a former first lady; Fitz makes a stunning move.