Lower-level cabinet member Tom Kirkman becomes President of the United States after a catastrophic attack on the U.S. Capitol. Kirkman must keep the country and his family safe while leading the search for the those responsible for the attack.

Hours after the attack on the Capitol, President Kirkman steps into his role as Commander-in-Chief in the midst of chaos and confusion. Facing dangerous new challenges and adversaries, Kirkman struggles to hold a country together that is on the brink of falling apart.

President Kirkman and his staff work to keep a high-level security breach of the White House a secret just as he’s about to give his first television interview. The FBI continues to investigate the Capitol bombing but Agent Hannah Wells starts to develop her own theories about who was really behind the attack.

Kirkman learns who is behind the attack and needs to grapple not only with the prospect of war, but brewing domestic troubles as well. Kirkman taps Emily to monitor the domestic situation. Alex may be in for more than she bargains for when she seeks out help from Hookstraten.

Realizing his attempts at diplomacy with Algeria have failed, President Kirkman makes the difficult decision of sending Navy SEALs on a mission that will define his presidency. Agent Hannah Wells discovers more secrets than answers.

When shots ring out at The White House during a Governors Summit, President Kirkman’s plans at electing a new Congress are thrown into turmoil. Agent Hannah Wells continues investigating the Capitol bombing and makes one of her most shocking discoveries yet.

When an American track-and-field coach heads to Russia, President Kirkman is thrust into a hostage exchange involving the CIA and the Russian government. Agent Hannah Wells and Deputy Director Atwood's investigation into the Capitol bombing uncovers information that puts Atwood and his family's life at risk.

On the eve of the country voting to elect a new House of Representatives, an unexpected development forces Kirkman to consider cancelling the elections entirely. News about Majid Nassar’s death leaks out, and Kirkman has to handle the fallout.

When classified government documents are leaked online, President Kirkman searches for the party responsible only to find that they have taken refuge inside a foreign embassy and are beyond even his reach. Agent Hannah Wells races furiously to gather evidence of MacLeish's involvement in the conspiracy before he can be confirmed as the country's next Vice President.

President Kirkman fears there could be a traitor in the White House when he discovers shocking information connected to the Capitol Bombing. Confiding in Emily, Kirkman puts her in charge of quietly investigating. New information surfaces about Congressman MacLeish, raising concerns regarding his vice presidential nomination.

The nation reels from the aftermath of the shooting on the steps of the Capitol while Emily struggles with the knowledge there may be a traitor in the White House. Agent Wells grapples with her decision to reveal what she knows about the conspiracy behind the Capitol bombing.

Circles must tighten as a new discovery within the conspiracy emerges. Tension rises between Aaron and Emily as suspicions loom in the White House. A new lead places Agent Wells closer than before to the truth.

An investigative journalist shocks the White House when he reveals classified information during a press briefing and leaves Seth struggling to contain the damage from the leaked story. Hannah unearths a key connection between MacLeish and the conspiracy.

Turmoil in an African country forces President Kirkman to rely on an unlikely ally for help. Hannah's investigation into the Capitol bombing takes an unexpected turn. Emily settles into her role as chief of staff. Aaron has to make a difficult choice.

As President Kirkman releases an agenda to reset his presidency, Alex makes a controversial public statement that threatens to derail it. Agent Wells unknowingly finds herself in the center of a dangerous trap while getting closer to the truth.

President Kirkman forms an unlikely alliance in the hopes of passing his first bill. Agent Ritter is briefed by Agent Wells about a new alarming threat to the nation.

As President Kirkman struggles to put together a new Supreme Court, FBI Agent Hannah Wells goes undercover and discovers much more than she ever could have imagined. Seth Wright has to contend with journalist Abe Leonard, who returns from the Middle East with an explosive story.

As President Kirkman considers candidates for Vice President, Kimble Hookstraten finds herself embroiled in scandal. Agent Wells and Jason Atwood return from North Dakota with a critical new lead while journalist Abe Leonard's investigation takes an unexpected turn.

As the White House gears up for President Kirkman’s first international summit, Kimble Hookstraten faces her toughest political battle yet when her speakership is challenged. Meanwhile, Alex wrestles with whether or not to bring the kids back to Washington.

President Kirkman’s first international summit is derailed when journalist Abe Leonard publishes an explosive article. Meanwhile, Hannah Wells uncovers the conspiracy’s next target.

In the nail-biting season finale, Hannah Wells must stop the conspiracy from carrying out a final attack while President Kirkman authorizes a nationwide manhunt for the mastermind behind it all.

Now, one year into office, Kirkman is a Commander-in-Chief determined to rebuild the Capitol and capture the terrorists behind the catastrophic attack on the United States. When Ukrainian nationalists hijack a Russian Air flight, the president is faced with a hostage situation in which his diplomatic skills are put to the test.

FBI Agent Hannah Wells finally closes in on Patrick Lloyd, but when the president decides to take action during the White House Correspondents Dinner, members of the Homeland Security Council threaten to derail their plans.

President Kirkman is faced with a viral pandemic that threatens to kill countless Americans. Hannah and Damian discover evidence that could change the lives of members of the first family forever.

Tensions rise between America and Mexico when a Mexican citizen is shot during a border dispute regarding Mexican trade imports. Kirkman and his staff must work quickly to resolve the situation and create a new trade deal.

Kirkman tries to win back the people's trust after a senator appears on the national news and misrepresents a private conversation he had with the president. MI-6 agent Damian Rennett joins FBI agent Hannah Wells to solve an international murder.

When a U.S. Navy ship containing secret surveillance becomes stranded in enemy waters, President Kirkman must negotiate the crew and ship’s release. If captured, the technology on board would create a massive threat to national security. Meanwhile. Chief of Staff Emily Rhodes reconnects with someone from her childhood.

Als ein türkischer Aktivist Proteste in den Vereinigten Staaten auslöst, verlangt der türkische Staatspräsident, seine Auslieferung. Währenddessen findet sich die Präsidentenfamilie im Mittelpunkt einer Schlacht wieder, die Leos Zukunft bedrohen könnte.

While on a secret mission to Afghanistan, President Kirkman meets with two infamous warlords and must determine whom he can trust to hand over territories to the U.S., while Seth has a run-in with Washington, D.C., police that puts his job, reputation and future in the White House on the line.

After sorting through thousands of letters all requesting something of president, the White House staff are assigned three, with Emily, Seth, Aaron, Llyor and Kendra joining forces to get answers and possibly save a life. Meanwhile, Hannah and Damian continue to chase down leads to exonerate the first lady, but in the end, Hannah learns the truth may be closer than she thinks.

It’s Christmas Day and President Kirkman is alerted to a group of religious extremists who refuse to evacuate when a forest fire threatens to engulf their cabin. Deploying Emily and Aaron to help diffuse the situation, Kirkman must act quickly to save multiple lives at stake. Meanwhile, the First Lady finally gives her testimony to the FBI director, while what happens next changes the lives of the Kirkman family forever.

It’s been ten weeks since his wife, Alex, was killed in a car accident; and President Kirkman’s senior staff insist he seek professional help in dealing with his loss, forcing him to reluctantly see therapist Dr. Adam Louden. Meanwhile, FBI Agent Hannah Wells and Aaron Shore travel to Cuba as part of a trade delegation, but the trip does not go according to plan. With lives in the balance, Kirkman is challenged with a decision that will test his role as commander in chief during this time of personal tragedy.

When a missile intended to bring water to stranded astronauts in space is hacked, President Kirkman must work with Russia and enlists the help of Dr. Andrea Frost to help save lives and find out who is behind the hack. Meanwhile, Hannah finds herself working with Damian again.

When a video of the president visiting prison leaks to the media, his team works to minimize the fallout. A surprise White House demonstration has deeper ties to the president than anyone first realizes.

When a blackout threatens to shut down the government and causes chaos in the streets of Washington, D.C., President Kirkman joins forces with Mayor Ellenor Darby, but the partnership doesn’t end there.

Ein Verräter im Weißen Haus gefährdet die Friedensverhandlungen zwischen einem Schurkenstaat und dessen Nachbarland. Ein Abtrünniger bettelt Wells um Hilfe an.

Kurz nach einem historischen Friedensabkommen droht eine eingeschmuggelte Bombe, einen Krieg zu entfachen. Wells stellt sich einem unergründlichen falschen Spiel.

In seinem Vergeltungskriegszug gegen das Land hinter der schmutzigen Bombe entsendet Kirkman Wells ins Kampfgebiet, um mit dem Rebellenanführer zu verhandeln.

Die Veröffentlichung von Therapieaufzeichnungen zieht eine Verfassungskrise um Kirkman und das Weiße Haus nach sich. Wells, Rennett und Chuck nähern sich den Hackern.

In diesen stürmischen Zeiten muss sich Kirkman auf eine Anhörung über seine Eignung als Präsident vorbereiten. Wells äußert einen Verdacht über die Identität des Hackers.

President Kirkman negotiates with a foreign government to release an American held overseas, while attorney Ethan West continues his investigation.

Während beide Parteien um Kirkmans Loyalität rangeln, gerät Kendra durch einen alten Fall ins Fadenkreuz. West überprüft Moss, der ein gewagtes Statement abgibt.

Inmitten der Planung seiner politischen Zukunft versucht Kirkman, eine humanitäre Katastrophe abzuwenden. Wells muss schnell handeln, um Rennetts Tochter zu beschützen.

Kirkman ist in seinem ersten Wahlkampf vor Fehlern nicht gefeit. Wells erhält ein Jobangebot, das sie sich gut überlegen sollte.

Eine hitzige Debatte über Kinderheirat versetzt Kirkmans Belegschaft in Aufruhr. Mark muss die Opioid-Krise hautnah miterleben. Ein Biohacker sorgt für Gefahr.

Ein Angriff auf Kirkman rückt Datenschutz und Transgender-Rechte in den Mittelpunkt. Aaron wägt eine wichtige Entscheidung ab. Wells und Eli jagen einen Bioterroristen.

Aarons ethnische Herkunft und ein großflächiger Lehrerstreik spalten die Nation. Wells entdeckt ein besorgniserregendes Muster hinter einer Grippewelle.

Nach einem Fake-News-Skandal laufen die Emotionen auf Hochtouren. Isabel schlägt Wellen mit einem kontroversen Appell. Wells findet einen Hinweis auf eine Verschwörung.

Ein sterbendes Kind aus Guatemala in Texas macht Einwanderung zum Schlüsselthema. Ein Raubüberfall führt Kirkman die Realität des Großstadtlebens vor Augen.

Ein russischer Kampfjet hält Seattle in Atem. Mars legt sich mit einem Pharmakonzern an. Aarons Vergangenheit belastet Kirkmans Wahlkampf.

Kirkman veranlasst eine fieberhafte Suche nach dem Bioterroristen. Lorraine kämpft mit harten Bandagen und macht die Opioid-Krise zum Wahlkampfthema.

Aufgrund ernüchternder Umfragewerte überlegt Kirkman, das FBI in puncto Bioterrorismus in Zugzwang zu bringen. Emily hat mit dem letzten Wunsch ihrer Mutter zu kämpfen.

Am Wahltag versucht Kirkman, mithilfe seines Therapeuten sein schlechtes Gewissen über die Geschehnisse und seine Entscheidungen der letzten 36 Stunden zu beruhigen.