Synopsis

A palpable tension hangs within the White House as Josh recuperates from his injuries. The attack has ignited a fierce resolve in some quarters; Toby is eager to pursue extremist groups with renewed vigor. Others, like Charlie, retreat from the orbit of the First Family, deeply affected by the details of the shooting. Meanwhile, Bartlet finds his thoughts drawn to the minutiae of a local school election, stirred by a long-standing rivalry. Amidst this atmosphere, CJ’s conversation with a phy