With Donald Trump's election as President, Ally Mayfair-Richards finds herself overwhelmed by the anxieties that have haunted her for years. These fears, once merely imagined, now seem poised to manifest into reality.

Ally, Ivy, and Oz encounter their new neighbors. Kai throws his hat into the ring for city council. Detective Samuels delves into a murder investigation. A sudden blackout plunges Ally into terror.

Following the shooting death of a Hispanic man, Ally finds herself ostracized by her community. At home, the strained relationship with Ivy deepens, leaving Ally with little support. Perhaps Kai represents her only chance for solace.

As the circumstances of November 8th, 2017, come into focus, Kai begins to draw together those who already understand him, weaving a community around his growing influence.

Kai demanded a demonstration of allegiance from the cult members, the test levied against one of their own. Separately, Ally sought out Rudy, sharing the difficulties she was encountering in the wake of Ivy’s departure.

Ally brought Meadow to see Rudy, hoping he would corroborate her account of the cult's activities. But Meadow, having reconsidered, now harbored doubts. Separately, an unforeseen contender had entered the city council race, challenging Kai'…

With the election secured, Kai began to firmly establish his authority. A woman of enigmatic presence cautioned Beverly, Ivy, and Winter that they would soon be discarded by him.

Simultaneously, Ally faced Kai, while Winter found himself at a crossroads, forced to choose between Kai and Beverly following a decision that cast doubt upon his judgment.

Kai intends to probe the devotion of his followers. Ally hungers for retribution. Oz discovers the truth of his origins.

As doubt began to creep into Kai's perception of those around him, a curious series of visits commenced: visits from Charles Manson.

As Ally’s true intentions came to light, Kai initiated the carefully constructed plan he had been harboring.