1 00:01:31,807 --> 00:01:35,685 Sync and corrections by n17t01 www.addic7ed.com 2 00:01:45,022 --> 00:01:46,649 Less than 20% are comfortable 3 00:01:46,732 --> 00:01:49,484 with a president and a vice president being related in any way. 4 00:01:49,567 --> 00:01:52,988 Less than 10% approve of someone who's never held elected office. 5 00:01:53,071 --> 00:01:55,365 - But if we can move the needle... - Forty points? 6 00:01:55,448 --> 00:01:56,700 It's how we frame it. 7 00:01:56,784 --> 00:01:59,036 Her favorables are decent. They're better than mine. 8 00:01:59,119 --> 00:02:01,830 In a void, but when it comes to her time as the UN ambassador, 9 00:02:01,914 --> 00:02:03,081 they fall off a cliff. 10 00:02:03,165 --> 00:02:05,167 Performance and experience are big factors. 11 00:02:05,250 --> 00:02:08,128 Then we have to amplify her strengths, not her weaknesses. 12 00:02:08,211 --> 00:02:11,298 We're looking for a VP who's an asset. This research proves she isn't. 13 00:02:11,381 --> 00:02:14,551 Your job is not to dissuade me, but to figure out how we sell it. 14 00:02:14,635 --> 00:02:17,638 Sir, there are so many people to choose from. 15 00:02:17,721 --> 00:02:18,722 If the goal is to win, 16 00:02:18,806 --> 00:02:20,598 - and we're bending over backwards-- - Seth. 17 00:02:21,558 --> 00:02:24,937 The president asked us to develop a plan, so that's what we'll do. 18 00:02:27,605 --> 00:02:29,274 I'll meet you in my office. 19 00:02:37,783 --> 00:02:40,285 - You know he's right. - Well, of course he's right. 20 00:02:41,411 --> 00:02:43,246 Maybe we offer something else. 21 00:02:44,456 --> 00:02:46,208 She won't listen. 22 00:02:49,627 --> 00:02:50,963 What about LeAnn? 23 00:02:52,089 --> 00:02:54,132 Yes, I was thinking that, too. 24 00:02:55,592 --> 00:02:57,635 Question is how to co-opt her. 25 00:02:58,804 --> 00:02:59,888 She likes paychecks. 26 00:02:59,972 --> 00:03:02,557 No, it's gotta be more than money. She wants coattails. 27 00:03:07,187 --> 00:03:10,565 We swap Claire's for mine. 28 00:03:10,648 --> 00:03:13,318 - Campaign manager? - We could use some fresh blood. 29 00:03:13,401 --> 00:03:15,528 That I agree with, but LeAnn? 30 00:03:15,612 --> 00:03:17,114 I mean, there's no guarantee that we can control her. 31 00:03:17,197 --> 00:03:18,949 Yeah, but if she can convince Claire to change her mind, 32 00:03:19,032 --> 00:03:20,492 that's all I need. 33 00:03:21,576 --> 00:03:22,786 Yes. 34 00:03:22,870 --> 00:03:24,704 They're ready for you in the Situation Room, sir. 35 00:03:24,788 --> 00:03:26,289 I'll be right there. 36 00:03:26,373 --> 00:03:29,251 You could work with her if you had to. 37 00:03:29,334 --> 00:03:30,753 I don't have to like her to work with her. 38 00:03:30,836 --> 00:03:33,546 - Good, make the call. - You still want Seth on the plan? 39 00:03:33,630 --> 00:03:36,633 Yes, until LeAnn's on board. Do I have to worry about him? 40 00:03:36,717 --> 00:03:39,636 We dug pretty deep. Nothing in his emails or phone records. 41 00:03:39,720 --> 00:03:41,596 He's smart enough to cover his tracks. 42 00:03:42,514 --> 00:03:43,807 I'll talk to him. 43 00:04:04,912 --> 00:04:08,916 - What do you think of this painting? - I'm not sure. 44 00:04:11,709 --> 00:04:14,337 Walker and I sat here one night, stared up at a painting, 45 00:04:14,421 --> 00:04:18,842 the blue one that's in the Oval now. They replaced it with this. 46 00:04:18,926 --> 00:04:20,635 That's not the American flag. 47 00:04:20,718 --> 00:04:26,141 No, it's the rebel flag... sinking into oblivion. 48 00:04:26,224 --> 00:04:27,893 Is that a lightning bolt? 49 00:04:30,145 --> 00:04:32,564 Oh, I assume... 50 00:04:36,443 --> 00:04:40,572 Unless it's just a bad attempt at making the ship a unicorn. 51 00:04:40,655 --> 00:04:42,532 Do you see that? 52 00:04:42,615 --> 00:04:44,367 Colors are nice. 53 00:04:44,451 --> 00:04:45,660 I hate it. 54 00:04:46,661 --> 00:04:48,580 I guess I hate it, too. 55 00:04:49,873 --> 00:04:51,834 I suppose it's not a good idea to have 56 00:04:51,917 --> 00:04:54,169 the Confederate flag hanging here in the White House 57 00:04:54,252 --> 00:04:57,255 after everything that's happened in South Carolina. 58 00:04:57,339 --> 00:04:59,174 Even if it is sinking. 59 00:05:00,383 --> 00:05:02,635 What do you think we should put up? 60 00:05:02,719 --> 00:05:05,388 I don't know. Something you like better. 61 00:05:09,601 --> 00:05:12,020 Do you have that marker I sign things with? 62 00:05:19,402 --> 00:05:21,738 Put your hand up on the wall. 63 00:05:21,822 --> 00:05:23,824 - Sir? - Put it on the wall. 64 00:05:38,213 --> 00:05:40,215 Spread your fingers a little bit. 65 00:05:48,598 --> 00:05:50,558 Wait. Okay. 66 00:05:53,728 --> 00:05:58,400 Yeah... That's enough fun for today. 67 00:06:04,072 --> 00:06:07,993 Doug, I don't know how to do what he's asking me to do. 68 00:06:08,076 --> 00:06:10,828 - There is not some magical-- - The leaks. 69 00:06:12,080 --> 00:06:15,375 - Was it you? - Are you serious? 70 00:06:15,458 --> 00:06:17,002 Very. 71 00:06:17,085 --> 00:06:20,380 I handed over all of my correspondence, just like everyone else. 72 00:06:20,463 --> 00:06:22,299 Doesn't prove anything. 73 00:06:22,799 --> 00:06:25,135 I'm trying to save this campaign. 74 00:06:25,218 --> 00:06:27,679 If I wanted to sabotage it, I'd let the president do it himself, 75 00:06:27,762 --> 00:06:29,306 instead of fighting back on this VP thing. 76 00:06:29,389 --> 00:06:30,807 Or that's just a cover. 77 00:06:30,890 --> 00:06:33,726 I've been in the trenches for the past year 78 00:06:33,810 --> 00:06:36,521 while you've been gone, and now you doubt me? 79 00:06:36,604 --> 00:06:37,814 I don't need this. 80 00:06:38,731 --> 00:06:40,900 You got this job by digging up dirt. 81 00:06:41,818 --> 00:06:45,863 If you can't trust me by now, I don't know what I'm doing here. 82 00:06:46,781 --> 00:06:48,283 Are you saying you wanna resign? 83 00:06:48,366 --> 00:06:50,785 That is the last thing that I want, 84 00:06:50,868 --> 00:06:53,330 but you're not giving me any incentive to stay. 85 00:06:58,251 --> 00:07:01,379 All right. Fuck it. 86 00:07:05,008 --> 00:07:08,971 Seth, I'm choosing to believe you right now, 87 00:07:09,054 --> 00:07:10,763 but if I come to regret that decision-- 88 00:07:10,847 --> 00:07:14,977 You won't, because it's not me. I still think it could be Meechum. 89 00:07:15,060 --> 00:07:16,519 It wasn't. 90 00:07:16,603 --> 00:07:18,646 - You're sure? - I'm positive. 91 00:07:18,730 --> 00:07:20,107 And so is the president. 92 00:07:21,649 --> 00:07:23,151 May I go? 93 00:07:23,235 --> 00:07:25,820 Or did you want to discuss the plan for the First Lady? 94 00:07:25,903 --> 00:07:29,992 I have some calls to make. I'll come to your office after. 95 00:07:37,415 --> 00:07:39,459 Get me LeAnn Harvey. 96 00:07:40,418 --> 00:07:43,755 Milkin will be staying with this man, Anton Khalski. 97 00:07:43,838 --> 00:07:48,718 He owned the second-largest bank in Russia until Petrov seized it in 2013. 98 00:07:48,801 --> 00:07:51,429 Khalski fled across the border to Estonia. 99 00:07:51,513 --> 00:07:54,516 We'll have Milkin's plane fly to Tallinn, 100 00:07:54,599 --> 00:07:58,520 then he'll travel by boat to Khalski's summer house on Saaremaa. 101 00:07:58,603 --> 00:08:01,023 Tomorrow we'll unfreeze Milkin's American assets 102 00:08:01,106 --> 00:08:03,941 and transfer them to Khalski's Swiss accounts. 103 00:08:04,026 --> 00:08:06,403 Khalski will reach out to his Russian military friends 104 00:08:06,486 --> 00:08:08,113 and then start buying them off. 105 00:08:08,196 --> 00:08:10,198 Are the FSB monitoring Khalski? 106 00:08:10,282 --> 00:08:12,284 Closely. They'll know we're behind this. 107 00:08:12,367 --> 00:08:14,661 - When Moscow confronts us? - We'll deny, of course. 108 00:08:14,744 --> 00:08:16,621 Are we prepared if Petrov overreacts? 109 00:08:16,704 --> 00:08:19,416 The Sixth Fleet has a presence near the Bosphorus, 110 00:08:19,499 --> 00:08:21,168 we have patrols in the North Sea. 111 00:08:21,251 --> 00:08:23,045 - Draft the order. - Sir, if I may? 112 00:08:23,128 --> 00:08:25,797 - Yeah, we've discussed this, Cathy. - Yes, sir. I feel obligated 113 00:08:25,880 --> 00:08:29,009 to raise my very strong objections. The diplomatic cost to us-- 114 00:08:29,092 --> 00:08:30,343 If diplomacy were working, 115 00:08:30,427 --> 00:08:33,471 we wouldn't have to consider this course of action, would we? 116 00:08:34,472 --> 00:08:37,517 - I've voiced my concerns. - Thank you, everyone. 117 00:08:45,233 --> 00:08:48,486 You're not going to surprise me by putting the president on, are you? 118 00:08:48,570 --> 00:08:51,406 No, it's just us. He filled me in, though, 119 00:08:51,489 --> 00:08:53,866 - on the First Lady's request. - And? 120 00:08:53,950 --> 00:08:56,328 We wanna make you campaign manager. 121 00:08:57,162 --> 00:08:58,871 Look at your email. 122 00:09:02,750 --> 00:09:05,545 - What is this? - Our research. 123 00:09:05,628 --> 00:09:09,591 - It all boils down to the same thing. - You ran a few polls, so what? 124 00:09:09,674 --> 00:09:12,469 - Focus groups, too. - Meaningless. 125 00:09:12,552 --> 00:09:13,720 Not these numbers. 126 00:09:13,803 --> 00:09:16,431 Claire can't be on the ticket. You know she can't. 127 00:09:16,514 --> 00:09:19,267 This isn't something you can isolate on its own. 128 00:09:19,351 --> 00:09:21,936 If gas prices hit $6 a gallon, you're fucked. 129 00:09:22,019 --> 00:09:24,314 - You lose every key demo. - We're well aware. 130 00:09:24,397 --> 00:09:27,109 But if the president makes Claire his running mate, 131 00:09:27,192 --> 00:09:30,195 it makes the conversation tactical instead of economic. 132 00:09:30,278 --> 00:09:33,240 That buys you time on the Russia crisis. 133 00:09:33,323 --> 00:09:35,283 You solve that, confidence in the president 134 00:09:35,367 --> 00:09:37,577 translates into confidence in his choice-- 135 00:09:37,660 --> 00:09:41,331 I didn't call you to be convinced. I called to offer you a job. 136 00:09:41,414 --> 00:09:45,752 - Only to get to Mrs. Underwood. - This isn't just about her. 137 00:09:47,129 --> 00:09:50,215 We need you. You'll turn this campaign around. 138 00:09:50,298 --> 00:09:53,050 I'm surprised, Doug. I didn't think you were very fond of me. 139 00:09:53,135 --> 00:09:56,554 I'm fond of talent. So is the president. 140 00:09:57,222 --> 00:10:01,726 - My loyalty is to the First Lady. - All I'm asking is that you talk to her. 141 00:10:01,809 --> 00:10:03,811 I'll tell you what. I'll show Claire your research 142 00:10:03,895 --> 00:10:05,688 if you show the president mine. 143 00:10:07,149 --> 00:10:08,691 I can agree to that. 144 00:10:09,401 --> 00:10:11,486 I shouldn't even be talking to you, Heather. 145 00:10:11,569 --> 00:10:13,988 I'm seriously concerned that there's been an abuse of power. 146 00:10:14,071 --> 00:10:17,200 Madam Attorney General? Mr. Stamper, um, is ready to see you now. 147 00:10:17,284 --> 00:10:18,493 I'll be right there. 148 00:10:19,869 --> 00:10:20,995 I gotta go. 149 00:10:21,078 --> 00:10:24,957 The agent in charge of the operation got a promotion directly after. 150 00:10:25,041 --> 00:10:26,876 - Listen-- - Martha, if the president, 151 00:10:26,959 --> 00:10:30,255 or one of his staff... If anyone strong-armed the bureau 152 00:10:30,338 --> 00:10:34,426 into pursuing Lucas Goodwin, then you know that's an abuse of power. 153 00:10:34,509 --> 00:10:36,052 I work for the president. 154 00:10:36,136 --> 00:10:38,346 I am about to sit down with his Chief of Staff. 155 00:10:38,430 --> 00:10:41,599 - The law is the law. - This is politics, not the law. 156 00:10:41,683 --> 00:10:45,353 Not true. You brought me on as solicitor general because of my integrity. 157 00:10:45,437 --> 00:10:47,355 I am bringing this to you because of yours. 158 00:10:47,439 --> 00:10:48,690 Madam Attorney General. 159 00:10:51,193 --> 00:10:52,277 I really need to go. 160 00:10:52,360 --> 00:10:55,988 - If a sliver of Goodwin's story holds up-- - How did you even find this? 161 00:10:56,072 --> 00:10:58,241 Did your oppo team speak to someone in WITSEC? 162 00:10:58,325 --> 00:11:01,661 Because if that's the case, then that sort of breach is not-- 163 00:11:01,744 --> 00:11:05,665 - I spoke to him myself, personally. - You what? 164 00:11:05,748 --> 00:11:09,544 He came to me. He tracked me down. 165 00:11:09,627 --> 00:11:11,379 I'm not touching this, Heather. 166 00:11:12,755 --> 00:11:14,757 Doug, sorry about that. 167 00:11:14,841 --> 00:11:16,301 - No-- - I was just on with the Chief Justice. 168 00:11:16,384 --> 00:11:18,052 - Don't be silly, come on in. - Thank you. 169 00:11:18,135 --> 00:11:20,096 - This way. - Thanks so much. 170 00:11:23,933 --> 00:11:26,519 I don't know. She didn't do that well as ambassador. 171 00:11:26,603 --> 00:11:27,854 She wasn't experienced enough. 172 00:11:27,937 --> 00:11:30,898 - Hold on, she was an ambassador? - At the United Nations. 173 00:11:30,982 --> 00:11:32,066 Chris, don't you watch the news? 174 00:11:33,276 --> 00:11:34,527 How many of you feel the same? 175 00:11:37,154 --> 00:11:40,283 Any other reasons, besides lack of experience? 176 00:11:40,367 --> 00:11:43,828 Well, she was really impulsive when she had that outburst in Moscow. 177 00:11:43,911 --> 00:11:46,248 Well, she never should've been there in the first place. 178 00:11:46,331 --> 00:11:49,417 I mean, the Senate voted her down, and then her husband just appoints her? 179 00:11:49,501 --> 00:11:50,585 That's not right. 180 00:11:50,668 --> 00:11:53,880 Okay, see, I like her as a person, but I agree, 181 00:11:53,963 --> 00:11:56,132 she should stick to being First Lady. 182 00:11:58,134 --> 00:12:00,470 So, he's hoping you'll convince me to let it go. 183 00:12:00,553 --> 00:12:03,055 Look, I'd make a killing compared to what you've paid me, 184 00:12:03,139 --> 00:12:06,017 but you and I talked about making a real mark. 185 00:12:15,192 --> 00:12:17,153 My father really liked Francis. 186 00:12:18,655 --> 00:12:21,408 But as my daddy, he said to me, the day before we got married, 187 00:12:21,491 --> 00:12:23,075 "You have one life, Claire. 188 00:12:23,993 --> 00:12:27,289 Are you sure this is the man you wanna spend it with?" 189 00:12:27,372 --> 00:12:29,291 What did you say? 190 00:12:29,374 --> 00:12:32,585 I said I didn't want to live my life full of doubts. 191 00:12:32,669 --> 00:12:35,171 Well, I think Francis wants me to doubt myself. 192 00:12:37,173 --> 00:12:41,719 - What was that? - My mother... killing a lizard. 193 00:12:54,941 --> 00:12:58,027 - I'll get the door for you, ma'am. - I can open the door myself. 194 00:13:10,415 --> 00:13:13,292 Watch your step. There's blood on the floor. 195 00:13:20,383 --> 00:13:23,803 I want you to take this to the president, in person. 196 00:13:23,886 --> 00:13:27,807 - Try to get on a plane tonight if you can. - Of course. 197 00:13:38,901 --> 00:13:41,028 This one's for you. 198 00:13:43,197 --> 00:13:46,534 - It's warm. - At least it's free. 199 00:13:48,828 --> 00:13:50,955 I may need to cash in my insurance. 200 00:13:52,331 --> 00:13:53,708 What's going on? 201 00:13:54,667 --> 00:13:58,713 Tell me what my position would be if she wins the nomination. 202 00:13:59,839 --> 00:14:01,173 Is it the attorney general? 203 00:14:02,384 --> 00:14:04,886 - The what? - Never mind. 204 00:14:04,969 --> 00:14:06,262 For running mate? 205 00:14:06,345 --> 00:14:09,306 It's way too early for running mates. He hasn't even won. 206 00:14:10,057 --> 00:14:12,852 - Are we talking about the same thing? - You go first. 207 00:14:12,935 --> 00:14:16,272 - Uh-uh. It doesn't work that way. - Well, you're the one looking for a job. 208 00:14:16,355 --> 00:14:17,607 You can either involve me, 209 00:14:17,690 --> 00:14:20,568 or you can start reading headlines about Dunbar pushing a marriage story. 210 00:14:20,652 --> 00:14:23,154 That would blow you up. 211 00:14:23,863 --> 00:14:26,866 Doug's already suspicious. I've got nothing to lose. 212 00:14:26,949 --> 00:14:28,493 So which is it? 213 00:14:30,077 --> 00:14:31,746 Lucas Goodwin. 214 00:14:33,039 --> 00:14:35,500 He was an editor... at The Herald, the one who-- 215 00:14:35,583 --> 00:14:38,044 - We spoke to him. - Isn't he in prison? 216 00:14:38,670 --> 00:14:40,505 Not anymore. 217 00:14:45,843 --> 00:14:48,596 He's scheduled to depart at 0930 hours. 218 00:14:48,680 --> 00:14:51,307 That'll put him in Tallinn shortly before dawn. 219 00:14:51,391 --> 00:14:54,477 Our station chief is standing by with the escort to Saaremaa. 220 00:14:54,561 --> 00:14:56,479 This is the executive order. 221 00:14:58,523 --> 00:15:00,525 - Sir-- - Cathy, I've made my decision. 222 00:15:00,608 --> 00:15:03,069 - Hourly updates once he lands. - Yes, sir. 223 00:15:04,111 --> 00:15:05,863 Thank you all very much. 224 00:15:07,949 --> 00:15:09,701 Tell Doug I'm ready. 225 00:15:15,331 --> 00:15:17,208 Please, have a seat, LeAnn. 226 00:15:19,961 --> 00:15:22,338 I'm delighted you've agreed to come on board. 227 00:15:22,422 --> 00:15:24,466 It's my understanding there is a condition attached. 228 00:15:24,549 --> 00:15:25,717 Well, yes. 229 00:15:25,800 --> 00:15:29,554 And she understands that condition? You've spoken with her? 230 00:15:29,637 --> 00:15:31,639 Oh, my apologies, sir. I wasn't clear. 231 00:15:31,723 --> 00:15:34,225 I meant our condition, not yours. 232 00:15:55,329 --> 00:15:57,206 On Super Tuesday. 233 00:16:00,752 --> 00:16:03,630 It's a long trip to deliver this in person. 234 00:16:03,713 --> 00:16:07,634 Well, it's not the sort of thing you'd want to end up in the wrong hands. 235 00:16:11,178 --> 00:16:16,225 - Are you staying here in Washington? - No, I'm going straight back. 236 00:16:16,308 --> 00:16:18,728 Is there anything you'd like me to tell the First Lady? 237 00:16:18,811 --> 00:16:21,355 Tell her she'll have her answer by this evening. 238 00:16:21,438 --> 00:16:25,610 - Thank you, Mr. President. - Have a safe trip back, Ms. Harvey. 239 00:16:27,695 --> 00:16:29,781 I'll show myself out. 240 00:16:36,496 --> 00:16:39,749 For quite some time, the president and I have been growing apart. 241 00:16:39,832 --> 00:16:41,042 Have Meechum step in here. 242 00:16:41,125 --> 00:16:42,877 We've attempted to save our marriage, 243 00:16:42,960 --> 00:16:45,755 but after great effort, I've come to the conclusion 244 00:16:45,838 --> 00:16:47,464 that it can't be saved. 245 00:16:47,549 --> 00:16:50,843 It is with great regret that I announce today 246 00:16:50,927 --> 00:16:53,345 I'm filing for divorce. 247 00:16:53,429 --> 00:16:56,432 - We have to stop her. - Before she gets to the airport? 248 00:16:56,516 --> 00:16:58,184 No, I mean Claire. 249 00:17:00,102 --> 00:17:01,187 You asked for me, sir? 250 00:17:01,896 --> 00:17:03,565 Come in. 251 00:17:09,486 --> 00:17:11,072 Both the cell and the landline-- 252 00:17:11,155 --> 00:17:13,199 We're on lockdown, ma'am. We had to scramble all the-- 253 00:17:13,282 --> 00:17:15,076 Lockdown? What are you talking about? 254 00:17:15,159 --> 00:17:16,953 I'm gonna need you to stay in the house. 255 00:17:17,036 --> 00:17:19,246 - What-- - I'm sorry, ma'am. 256 00:17:19,330 --> 00:17:21,040 You can't force me to stay in here. 257 00:17:21,123 --> 00:17:23,500 There is a current, highly credible threat to your life-- 258 00:17:23,585 --> 00:17:24,919 I need to speak to your supervising-- 259 00:17:25,002 --> 00:17:27,755 I am the head of your detail here in Dallas, ma'am, 260 00:17:27,839 --> 00:17:30,507 and I've been ordered to keep you securely in this house. 261 00:18:02,539 --> 00:18:04,041 Go Underwood! 262 00:18:07,795 --> 00:18:09,171 Listen. 263 00:18:09,255 --> 00:18:13,593 Blunderwood! Blunderwood! 264 00:18:13,676 --> 00:18:16,971 Do you know what they're chanting? "Blunderwood." 265 00:18:18,848 --> 00:18:20,349 And if I were their English professor, 266 00:18:20,432 --> 00:18:22,559 why, I would give them all an "A" for cleverness... 267 00:18:22,644 --> 00:18:25,855 ...but a "D" for accuracy. 268 00:18:25,938 --> 00:18:30,109 But that's part of being president. 269 00:18:30,192 --> 00:18:31,736 You make enemies, 270 00:18:31,819 --> 00:18:34,864 and you can hear some of mine just outside, right now. 271 00:18:35,572 --> 00:18:37,700 So, I am grateful to each and every one of you 272 00:18:37,784 --> 00:18:39,368 for coming out and showing your support today. 273 00:18:39,451 --> 00:18:42,204 It's because of you we will win this nomination, 274 00:18:42,288 --> 00:18:45,082 and that's why I came to your college today. 275 00:18:51,463 --> 00:18:55,301 Now, of course, I knew that there would be protesters here today... 276 00:18:55,384 --> 00:18:58,220 and I could've chosen not to come, 277 00:18:58,304 --> 00:19:01,265 or I could choose to avoid them as I leave, 278 00:19:01,348 --> 00:19:02,474 but I'm not going to do that, 279 00:19:02,558 --> 00:19:05,895 because those students out there, your fellow classmates, 280 00:19:05,978 --> 00:19:07,980 I'm their president, too. 281 00:19:08,064 --> 00:19:12,193 And whether they vote for me or not, I have to lead them as well. 282 00:19:12,276 --> 00:19:15,947 So, it's important to hear them, to talk to them, 283 00:19:16,030 --> 00:19:18,240 to listen to their ideas, 284 00:19:18,324 --> 00:19:21,077 because, just as you're learning in college, 285 00:19:21,160 --> 00:19:24,580 a diversity of ideas makes us all wiser, 286 00:19:24,664 --> 00:19:28,084 and that holds true even for your president. 287 00:19:28,167 --> 00:19:32,379 True leadership is not running away from those who disagree with you, 288 00:19:32,463 --> 00:19:33,840 but embracing them, 289 00:19:33,923 --> 00:19:36,258 and that is exactly what I intend to do when I'm done today. 290 00:19:36,342 --> 00:19:38,678 I'm gonna go out and embrace that entire crowd. 291 00:19:51,607 --> 00:19:55,527 - Shouldn't we be taking a military plane? - That would draw attention. 292 00:19:55,611 --> 00:19:56,738 Relax. 293 00:19:56,821 --> 00:19:59,615 Everything's been worked out. You're in good hands. 294 00:20:00,950 --> 00:20:03,244 Here, get some sleep. 295 00:20:04,578 --> 00:20:06,330 It's gonna be a long trip tonight. 296 00:20:19,343 --> 00:20:22,847 Blunderwood! Blunderwood! 297 00:20:22,930 --> 00:20:25,933 - Any news? - Everything's secure, sir. 298 00:20:26,642 --> 00:20:28,978 We love you, Underwood! 299 00:20:30,687 --> 00:20:31,731 Thank you all for coming out, 300 00:20:31,814 --> 00:20:34,358 even those of you who don't entirely support me. 301 00:20:34,441 --> 00:20:37,611 - Way to go, Mr. President! - Thank you. 302 00:20:37,694 --> 00:20:41,073 I wanna try to hear what it is that you disagree with me about. 303 00:20:41,157 --> 00:20:43,367 I understand not everyone's for me. 304 00:20:43,951 --> 00:20:47,538 - No more wars! - Go back to Gaffney! 305 00:20:47,621 --> 00:20:49,916 Hello, how are you? Thank you for coming out. 306 00:20:49,999 --> 00:20:51,292 Hello, thank you for coming out. 307 00:20:51,375 --> 00:20:53,710 - You're doing a great job! - We know what you are! 308 00:20:53,795 --> 00:20:55,462 Hello. 309 00:20:56,213 --> 00:20:58,340 All right, I'm here to try to listen to you, 310 00:20:58,424 --> 00:21:01,302 but probably one at a time is gonna be a little better. 311 00:21:01,385 --> 00:21:04,513 Okay, maybe we could have a conversation, more one-on-one. 312 00:21:04,596 --> 00:21:06,015 It's difficult to hear you. 313 00:21:06,098 --> 00:21:08,935 I understand what you don't believe in, but what are you for? 314 00:21:09,018 --> 00:21:10,853 That would be a good question. All right, how about you? 315 00:21:10,937 --> 00:21:12,521 You've been yelling at me for a little while. 316 00:21:12,604 --> 00:21:14,065 What do you think I should be doing differently? 317 00:21:14,148 --> 00:21:15,441 - You should resign. - Well, now, 318 00:21:15,524 --> 00:21:16,818 I'm not asking for your vote, 319 00:21:16,901 --> 00:21:18,903 but what would you do if you were president? 320 00:21:18,986 --> 00:21:20,654 You're ruining our country! 321 00:21:20,737 --> 00:21:22,739 I came out here to try to listen to what you wanna say, 322 00:21:22,824 --> 00:21:24,408 but if all you're gonna do is scream-- 323 00:21:24,491 --> 00:21:25,910 Gun! 324 00:21:34,085 --> 00:21:36,170 Let's go! Let's go! 325 00:21:36,253 --> 00:21:38,297 - Move! Move! - Go, go, go! 326 00:21:46,430 --> 00:21:50,184 There has been an attempted assassination of the president. 327 00:21:50,267 --> 00:21:53,395 President Frank Underwood has been shot. 328 00:21:53,479 --> 00:21:57,733 It occurred about ten minutes ago during a campaign event 329 00:21:57,817 --> 00:21:59,902 at Hammond University in Washington, D.C. 330 00:21:59,986 --> 00:22:04,031 We do not yet know how severely the president has been wounded. 331 00:22:04,115 --> 00:22:06,909 He is en route to Jefferson Memorial Hospital. 332 00:22:06,993 --> 00:22:10,579 We don't know how serious his condition may be. 333 00:22:10,662 --> 00:22:14,666 Footage of the assassination attempt is still making its way to us, 334 00:22:14,750 --> 00:22:17,461 and we expect to have that shortly. 335 00:22:17,544 --> 00:22:20,965 Witnesses are reporting that there was a quick succession of gunshots, 336 00:22:21,048 --> 00:22:22,424 four or five, 337 00:22:22,508 --> 00:22:26,220 a lone gunman whose identity we are still trying to determine. 338 00:22:26,303 --> 00:22:28,597 We've been told the gunman was killed, 339 00:22:28,680 --> 00:22:30,682 as well as at least one Secret Service agent, 340 00:22:30,766 --> 00:22:34,436 but we don't have definitive confirmation of that yet. 341 00:22:34,520 --> 00:22:38,565 We don't yet know who the gunman may be or who the agent is. 342 00:22:38,649 --> 00:22:40,859 - What's happened? - The president's been shot. 343 00:22:41,818 --> 00:22:43,570 I'm hearing now that the president 344 00:22:43,654 --> 00:22:46,740 received at least one gunshot to the abdomen, possibly more, 345 00:22:46,823 --> 00:22:50,161 that he clutched his stomach, that he fell instantly to the ground, 346 00:22:50,244 --> 00:22:52,163 and there were screams, people panicking, 347 00:22:52,246 --> 00:22:55,082 that it has been very chaotic at that scene. 348 00:22:55,166 --> 00:22:57,168 We have very little information at this time, 349 00:22:57,251 --> 00:23:00,546 other than shots were fired, the president wounded. 350 00:23:00,629 --> 00:23:02,673 But as I say, he is alive. 351 00:23:02,756 --> 00:23:06,093 We've gotten no official statement from the White House as of yet, 352 00:23:06,177 --> 00:23:07,970 either the president's precise condition 353 00:23:08,054 --> 00:23:11,057 or the whereabouts of Vice President Blythe. 354 00:23:11,140 --> 00:23:14,851 He is believed to be at the White House. We cannot confirm that, 355 00:23:14,936 --> 00:23:17,896 nor do we know if he will take over as acting president, 356 00:23:17,980 --> 00:23:20,191 assuming the duties of the presidency 357 00:23:20,274 --> 00:23:23,902 under the terms of the 25th Amendment to the Constitution. 358 00:23:23,986 --> 00:23:25,988 That would seem likely, however, 359 00:23:26,072 --> 00:23:30,034 if the president's wounds are as serious as we believe them to be. 360 00:23:30,993 --> 00:23:32,995 This is a difficult moment for the country. 361 00:23:33,079 --> 00:23:35,914 It is not the first time that a president has been shot 362 00:23:35,998 --> 00:23:39,210 in my lifetime or in many of yours. 363 00:23:39,293 --> 00:23:42,213 But even for those of us who have experienced this before, 364 00:23:42,296 --> 00:23:45,757 it is no less of a shock, it is no less terrifying. 365 00:23:47,134 --> 00:23:49,720 It is the moment when our nation's resilience, 366 00:23:49,803 --> 00:23:51,347 when our collective strength, 367 00:23:51,430 --> 00:23:55,434 the moment when all of that is tested the most. 368 00:23:55,517 --> 00:24:00,064 And we can only imagine how difficult it must be for the First Lady. 369 00:24:06,070 --> 00:24:08,864 - Francis-- - Michael told me. 370 00:24:13,577 --> 00:24:15,704 I have to go back to Washington. 371 00:24:17,289 --> 00:24:19,708 Well, what are you waiting for? 372 00:24:22,628 --> 00:24:25,047 Do you expect me to console you? 373 00:24:26,757 --> 00:24:28,217 No, I just... 374 00:24:29,635 --> 00:24:32,721 - Goodbye, Mother. - Claire. 375 00:24:33,680 --> 00:24:36,183 I hope he dies. 376 00:24:44,150 --> 00:24:47,986 Claire, I can't imagine how difficult this must be. 377 00:24:48,070 --> 00:24:49,696 Is there anything I can do? 378 00:24:49,780 --> 00:24:51,657 I appreciate the call, Mr. Vice President, 379 00:24:51,740 --> 00:24:54,035 but I'm sure you've got a lot to take care of right now. 380 00:24:54,118 --> 00:24:57,913 - Is there anything I can do to help you? - I'll be making a brief appearance 381 00:24:57,996 --> 00:25:02,043 once we have a better sense of... where things stand. 382 00:25:02,126 --> 00:25:04,086 Would you like me to be there? 383 00:25:04,170 --> 00:25:07,423 I think it would be good, the country seeing the First Lady. 384 00:25:08,465 --> 00:25:11,260 I think it's more important that they see your steady hand. 385 00:25:11,343 --> 00:25:14,805 If you're by my side, it would certainly make it steadier. 386 00:25:14,888 --> 00:25:17,724 Of course. Anything you ask. 387 00:25:17,808 --> 00:25:21,353 I'm gonna be praying for you. For both of you. 388 00:25:21,437 --> 00:25:22,979 Thank you, Don. 389 00:25:32,281 --> 00:25:33,407 Okay. 390 00:25:44,418 --> 00:25:45,919 This way, sir. 391 00:26:28,170 --> 00:26:29,713 Thank you, sir. 392 00:26:31,089 --> 00:26:34,635 The acting president needs to be briefed on a highly classified matter. 393 00:26:34,718 --> 00:26:36,970 Everyone without military clearance, we'll need the room. 394 00:26:48,274 --> 00:26:50,108 It was in fact two shots. 395 00:26:50,192 --> 00:26:53,695 One that grazed the torso just beneath the right arm 396 00:26:53,779 --> 00:26:57,783 and the second which entered the abdomen, possibly into his liver. 397 00:26:57,866 --> 00:27:01,287 Obviously, it was that shot that did the greatest damage. 398 00:27:01,370 --> 00:27:05,582 The president is currently reported to be in critical condition. 399 00:27:05,666 --> 00:27:06,958 The Secret Service agent 400 00:27:07,042 --> 00:27:09,920 that was killed protecting the president was Edward Meechum. 401 00:27:10,003 --> 00:27:13,674 He is the head of the president's detail, and we can confirm that now. 402 00:27:13,757 --> 00:27:16,677 After being shot and before he died, 403 00:27:16,760 --> 00:27:21,182 he killed the assailant whose identity is still unknown. 404 00:27:21,265 --> 00:27:23,475 We're waiting now on a press conference from the White House 405 00:27:23,559 --> 00:27:24,893 from Press Secretary Seth Grayson, 406 00:27:24,976 --> 00:27:28,814 and we expect to have that beginning in just a few moments. 407 00:27:28,897 --> 00:27:32,818 We confirm nothing unless you run it past me twice first, 408 00:27:32,901 --> 00:27:34,027 - I don't want-- - Mr. Grayson... 409 00:27:34,110 --> 00:27:37,030 I'm on my way. We don't want any rumors, only facts. 410 00:27:37,113 --> 00:27:38,824 There's a student who's claiming it was the Secret Service 411 00:27:38,907 --> 00:27:41,034 - who fired the first shot. - What did I just say? 412 00:27:41,117 --> 00:27:44,413 - Do not waste my time with that bullshit. - Sir, the press is waiting. 413 00:27:44,496 --> 00:27:46,415 All right, I'm... I'm coming. Uh, where's my... 414 00:27:52,421 --> 00:27:55,799 At 12:38 this afternoon, Vice President Donald Blythe 415 00:27:55,882 --> 00:27:58,260 was authorized as acting president by the cabinet. 416 00:27:58,344 --> 00:28:00,554 He is currently meeting with them. 417 00:28:00,637 --> 00:28:03,849 Approximately 20 minutes ago, the First Lady landed at Andrews. 418 00:28:03,932 --> 00:28:06,685 She is expected to arrive at the hospital shortly. 419 00:28:11,106 --> 00:28:13,942 - Mrs. Underwood. - How is he? 420 00:28:14,025 --> 00:28:16,695 They're still in the OR. Probably a few hours left to go. 421 00:28:18,572 --> 00:28:20,449 Is he going to live? 422 00:28:20,532 --> 00:28:23,827 He took a direct hit to his liver, which is partially shattered. 423 00:28:23,910 --> 00:28:27,205 Fortunately, part of the left lobe is mostly intact. 424 00:28:28,790 --> 00:28:31,710 Now, we think there's a decent chance he will survive surgery, 425 00:28:31,793 --> 00:28:35,339 but even if he does, that's when the real fight begins. 426 00:28:36,465 --> 00:28:38,384 I'd like to see him. 427 00:28:38,467 --> 00:28:40,969 As soon as he's out, I'll make sure you know. 428 00:28:41,052 --> 00:28:42,638 Okay, thank you. 429 00:29:03,617 --> 00:29:08,204 I'd recommend we call off this operation, we turn the plane around now. 430 00:29:08,289 --> 00:29:11,583 I disagree. It's well planned. The president already signed off. 431 00:29:11,667 --> 00:29:13,294 The president might die. 432 00:29:13,377 --> 00:29:17,506 - Madam Secretary... - We'll have no talk like that, Cathy. 433 00:29:18,382 --> 00:29:19,633 My apologies, sir. 434 00:29:19,716 --> 00:29:24,763 What I am trying to say is that it is too risky to antagonize-- 435 00:29:24,846 --> 00:29:26,723 The point was to scare them, not-- 436 00:29:26,807 --> 00:29:30,727 To do anything of this nature while the commander in chief is incapacitated, 437 00:29:30,811 --> 00:29:32,438 - the Russians will take-- - We're at high alert. 438 00:29:32,521 --> 00:29:34,356 We're prepared for all eventualities. 439 00:29:34,440 --> 00:29:36,191 We don't want the military to be the fail-safe here. 440 00:29:36,275 --> 00:29:39,445 Mr. Vice... Mr. President... 441 00:29:40,654 --> 00:29:43,740 I believe it is our duty to carry out the orders that the president signed. 442 00:29:43,824 --> 00:29:47,869 - The circumstances have changed. - The plan is sound. 443 00:29:49,830 --> 00:29:53,166 So, what would you like to do, sir, continue the mission or abort? 444 00:29:55,251 --> 00:29:59,423 - Uh, I... I wanna think on it. - He's scheduled to land in two hours. 445 00:29:59,506 --> 00:30:02,008 I just want... 446 00:30:02,092 --> 00:30:04,678 I've gotta think. Let's take a break. 447 00:30:04,761 --> 00:30:07,389 I, uh, I need to process all this. 448 00:30:17,733 --> 00:30:18,817 Sir? 449 00:30:21,570 --> 00:30:24,615 - The president weighed everything-- - Cathy brought up some good points. 450 00:30:24,698 --> 00:30:26,492 She's been against this from the very beginning, 451 00:30:26,575 --> 00:30:29,828 - but the president clearly-- - Just give me some time, Doug, please? 452 00:30:29,911 --> 00:30:32,331 I've got too many people barking in my ear. 453 00:30:42,466 --> 00:30:44,926 The president is out of surgery, 454 00:30:45,010 --> 00:30:47,262 and he is in stable but critical condition. 455 00:30:49,765 --> 00:30:53,685 Excuse me! Excuse me! We are going to keep this orderly. 456 00:30:53,769 --> 00:30:55,562 Dr. Saxon will finish his statement, 457 00:30:55,646 --> 00:30:58,023 and then we'll answer your questions. Thank you. 458 00:30:58,106 --> 00:31:02,569 The surgery lasted six hours, 28 minutes. Three quarters of his liver was removed. 459 00:31:02,653 --> 00:31:05,572 A liver, even one quarter of a liver, 460 00:31:05,656 --> 00:31:09,034 has the ability to regenerate within six to eight weeks. 461 00:31:09,117 --> 00:31:11,828 We will be conducting blood tests every hour. 462 00:31:11,912 --> 00:31:14,080 Enzymes, ammonia levels, PT times, 463 00:31:14,164 --> 00:31:16,207 I believe these are all explained in the handout. 464 00:31:16,291 --> 00:31:18,334 ...the medical report, live from the White House, 465 00:31:18,419 --> 00:31:20,128 which we will return to shortly. 466 00:31:20,211 --> 00:31:22,213 But we have breaking news we're following. 467 00:31:22,297 --> 00:31:24,966 The would-be assassin was previously reported 468 00:31:25,050 --> 00:31:27,886 as John Carlyle from Dayton, Ohio, 469 00:31:27,969 --> 00:31:31,264 but sources in the Department of Justice now say this was actually 470 00:31:31,347 --> 00:31:35,602 an alias for Lucas Goodwin, a former editor at The Washington Herald 471 00:31:35,686 --> 00:31:39,481 who was convicted of cyberterrorism nearly two years ago. 472 00:31:39,565 --> 00:31:43,151 Now, if we freeze this cell phone footage of the shooting 473 00:31:43,234 --> 00:31:47,489 and we compare the shooter's face to this picture of Goodwin... 474 00:31:47,573 --> 00:31:49,866 well, the comparison is striking 475 00:31:49,950 --> 00:31:54,496 and would seem to confirm what we're hearing from our sources in the DOJ, 476 00:31:54,580 --> 00:31:59,250 who say Goodwin was recently released and is in a witness protection program. 477 00:32:00,544 --> 00:32:03,088 It's so strange to think that I-- 478 00:32:03,171 --> 00:32:06,174 It was, what? Just two hours before? Less than. 479 00:32:07,342 --> 00:32:09,177 How did he react? 480 00:32:09,260 --> 00:32:12,514 He was cold, I guess. I couldn't really read him. 481 00:32:14,057 --> 00:32:15,684 He looks so weak. 482 00:32:16,643 --> 00:32:20,396 - Should I come back to Washington? - Let's see how the next couple of days go. 483 00:32:21,940 --> 00:32:23,900 Well, just say the word, I'm on a plane. 484 00:32:25,193 --> 00:32:27,529 All right, thank you, LeAnn. Good night. 485 00:32:27,613 --> 00:32:28,947 Good night. 486 00:32:34,369 --> 00:32:36,371 Francis, can you hear me? 487 00:32:45,756 --> 00:32:47,007 Francis. 488 00:32:53,054 --> 00:32:57,476 I just spoke to Eddie's parents, ma'am. You said you wanted to call them? 489 00:32:57,559 --> 00:32:59,102 Yes, thank you. 490 00:33:02,689 --> 00:33:06,693 Edward was more than a hero, Mrs. Meechum. He was our friend. 491 00:33:07,653 --> 00:33:09,738 I'm so sorry for your loss. 492 00:33:12,448 --> 00:33:17,037 Please, let me know if there's anything I can do for you and your family. 493 00:33:17,120 --> 00:33:19,080 You can call me anytime. 494 00:33:20,206 --> 00:33:24,628 Yes, ma'am, that is my private number. And again, I'm so sorry. 495 00:33:33,261 --> 00:33:35,681 - Lucas Goodwin? - We didn't know he was out. 496 00:33:35,764 --> 00:33:37,891 How can that happen? He's released and you didn't know-- 497 00:33:37,974 --> 00:33:40,310 Ma'am... as far as threats go, 498 00:33:40,393 --> 00:33:42,604 we've been far more occupied with you lately. 499 00:33:45,190 --> 00:33:48,401 I'm hoping that we can work together, because I need your help. 500 00:33:49,485 --> 00:33:52,197 - How? - The vice president. 501 00:33:52,280 --> 00:33:54,908 We spoke. I told him I would appear with him. 502 00:33:54,991 --> 00:33:56,076 Not the statement. 503 00:33:57,035 --> 00:33:59,245 He's having trouble making a decision. 504 00:33:59,329 --> 00:34:01,957 Can you come back to the White House with me? 505 00:34:04,167 --> 00:34:08,046 It's serious, ma'am. I can fill you in on the way. 506 00:34:12,300 --> 00:34:13,552 I'll grab my things. 507 00:34:24,104 --> 00:34:27,273 - I can't let you go any farther, sir. - I'm his Chief of Staff. 508 00:34:27,357 --> 00:34:31,402 I'm sorry, sir. Only doctors and the First Lady for now. 509 00:34:55,510 --> 00:34:56,720 Claire. 510 00:34:57,929 --> 00:34:59,180 Hello. 511 00:34:59,264 --> 00:35:02,601 How are you? 512 00:35:02,684 --> 00:35:04,185 - Exhausted. - I'm sure. 513 00:35:04,269 --> 00:35:05,646 You must be, too. 514 00:35:05,729 --> 00:35:10,233 There's so much I don't know. It's... overwhelming. 515 00:35:10,316 --> 00:35:13,528 Sir, I briefed the First Lady on the Milkin operation. 516 00:35:13,612 --> 00:35:14,738 I thought she might have some insight, 517 00:35:14,821 --> 00:35:17,532 given her experience working directly with Russia. 518 00:35:17,616 --> 00:35:20,869 I know you've had a lot of people weigh in already. 519 00:35:21,787 --> 00:35:25,040 I value your input, Claire. I'm glad you're here. 520 00:35:26,374 --> 00:35:30,045 - Douglas, will you give us a minute? - Of course. 521 00:35:30,128 --> 00:35:31,755 I'll be with the cabinet, sir. 522 00:35:34,215 --> 00:35:35,508 You know that thing that people say, 523 00:35:35,591 --> 00:35:37,385 "God never gives you more than you can handle"? 524 00:35:37,468 --> 00:35:38,511 Yes. 525 00:35:38,594 --> 00:35:41,389 My Marjory, God bless her, 526 00:35:41,472 --> 00:35:43,850 she said that was pure bullshit. 527 00:35:47,854 --> 00:35:51,566 Oh, listen to me complaining while your husband is fighting for his life. 528 00:35:51,650 --> 00:35:54,194 Oh, it's okay. Actually, I need the distraction. 529 00:35:54,277 --> 00:35:56,071 Let's talk Russia. 530 00:35:56,154 --> 00:36:00,992 I'm torn. Uh, we have this plane circling over the North Sea... 531 00:36:01,952 --> 00:36:05,038 - and I don't know what to do. - Well, what does your gut tell you? 532 00:36:05,121 --> 00:36:08,499 I've never been a gut sort of guy. 533 00:36:09,710 --> 00:36:12,378 I mean, if I had a gun to my head... 534 00:36:12,462 --> 00:36:16,591 - Sorry, that was a poor choice of words. - It's fine. Go on. 535 00:36:18,760 --> 00:36:21,471 I understand what the president hoped to achieve, 536 00:36:21,554 --> 00:36:24,182 but the thought of provoking Russia... 537 00:36:25,308 --> 00:36:29,520 And I'm just beginning to immerse myself in all the complexities. 538 00:36:31,439 --> 00:36:34,609 What would Frank do, if he were in my shoes right now? 539 00:36:34,693 --> 00:36:38,279 If he were here, he'd tell you that's the last thing you should think about, 540 00:36:38,363 --> 00:36:40,281 because he's not here, you are. 541 00:36:40,365 --> 00:36:42,909 What would you do? 542 00:36:42,993 --> 00:36:45,453 Proceed with the mission or bring him back? 543 00:36:46,830 --> 00:36:48,373 I don't like either. 544 00:36:49,540 --> 00:36:50,917 Those are my options. 545 00:36:51,001 --> 00:36:54,254 Well, if there's one thing I've learned, 28 years with Francis, 546 00:36:54,337 --> 00:36:56,506 and he said it time and time again, 547 00:36:56,589 --> 00:36:58,717 "If you don't like the way the table is set..." 548 00:36:58,800 --> 00:37:01,386 - "Then turn over the table." - That's right. 549 00:37:01,469 --> 00:37:03,554 He's said it to me, more than once. 550 00:37:03,638 --> 00:37:05,891 Then that's what you should do, Donald. 551 00:37:07,475 --> 00:37:10,771 - But how? - Well, let's figure it out. 552 00:37:25,118 --> 00:37:27,495 Weren't we supposed to have landed already? 553 00:37:27,578 --> 00:37:31,166 - We're in a holding pattern. - Why? Is something wrong? 554 00:37:31,249 --> 00:37:32,959 All I know is we're in a holding pattern. 555 00:37:57,984 --> 00:37:59,778 Doug. 556 00:37:59,861 --> 00:38:03,824 This plane's gonna run out of fuel soon. We're gonna have to put it down somewhere. 557 00:38:20,298 --> 00:38:23,468 I'll be making a statement shortly. Let's notify the press corps. 558 00:38:23,551 --> 00:38:27,222 - About the operation? - No, to reassure the American people. 559 00:38:27,305 --> 00:38:30,100 - Shall I meet you in there? - Ten minutes. The cabinet? 560 00:38:30,183 --> 00:38:32,393 - Still waiting on your decision, sir. - Good. 561 00:38:32,477 --> 00:38:33,769 Let's go. 562 00:38:43,321 --> 00:38:45,781 I want you to land the plane in China. 563 00:38:45,866 --> 00:38:47,200 China, sir? 564 00:38:47,283 --> 00:38:49,702 There's no bailout without Chinese money. 565 00:38:49,785 --> 00:38:52,038 We give them Milkin, they have more leverage. 566 00:38:52,122 --> 00:38:54,499 Sir, that gives away our leverage. 567 00:38:54,582 --> 00:38:56,376 I'm not for regime change, but that just-- 568 00:38:56,459 --> 00:38:58,794 It's the last thing that Petrov is expecting. 569 00:38:58,879 --> 00:39:01,297 They'll demand drilling access in eastern Siberia. 570 00:39:01,381 --> 00:39:04,092 And when they do, we become the lesser of two evils. 571 00:39:04,175 --> 00:39:07,720 Sir, at no time did the president intend on bringing China into the mix-- 572 00:39:07,803 --> 00:39:09,555 Get the plane on Chinese soil. 573 00:39:09,639 --> 00:39:12,017 And turn over Milkin's assets. That's my decision. 574 00:39:17,272 --> 00:39:20,025 - I asked for your help. - And that's what I gave. 575 00:39:20,108 --> 00:39:21,985 No, China wasn't part of the president's plan. 576 00:39:22,068 --> 00:39:24,320 It's part of the acting president's plan. 577 00:39:24,404 --> 00:39:27,282 - You ready? - Yes, whenever you are. 578 00:39:27,365 --> 00:39:29,617 - Seth? - Yes, sir. 579 00:39:40,461 --> 00:39:43,464 Ladies and gentlemen, the acting president. 580 00:39:48,136 --> 00:39:49,554 Please, sit. 581 00:39:51,306 --> 00:39:55,476 This is a difficult day for all Americans, 582 00:39:55,560 --> 00:40:00,440 particularly for Mrs. Underwood, who is gracious enough to be here, 583 00:40:00,523 --> 00:40:04,610 to lend me strength while I address an anxious nation. 584 00:40:04,694 --> 00:40:05,861 Mr. President! 585 00:40:05,946 --> 00:40:07,572 Uh... uh-- 586 00:40:12,524 --> 00:40:17,798 Sync and corrections by n17t01 www.addic7ed.com