Scandal season 7 episode 4 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
Former President Fitz unexpectedly seeks help from Mr. Pryce for an Institute project focusing on overlooked missing teenage girls. Tensions rise in a nuclear treaty meeting between President Rashad, Prime Minister Nazari, and President Grant. Cyrus Beene faces an ethical dilemma with a gift from Fenton Glackland. Fitz’s team selects Zoe Adams as their campaign's face, leading to Fitz's impactful TV appearance. President Grant battles personal feelings and political challenges with President Rashad. Olivia Pope, torn between her professional duties
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Fitz and why is he visiting Mr. Pryce?
Fitz, former President Grant, is visiting Mr. Pryce to seek help on an Institute project about missing teenage girls overlooked due to their race.
What is the main subject of the meeting between President Rashad, Prime Minister Nazari, and President Grant?
They are discussing a nuclear treaty, with tensions rising due to distrust and accusations of secret deals.
How does Cyrus Beene react to receiving a Cézanne painting from Fenton Glackland?
Cyrus initially finds it awkward due to the painting's value and legality issues, but later bonds with Fenton over gaming glasses and agrees to keep the painting in exchange for teaching him about politics.
Who is chosen as the poster child for the missing girls' campaign?
Zoe Adams, a 15-year-old from Baltimore, is chosen, with a focus on her mother's story to garner public attention.
What role does Fitz play in the TV appearance regarding the missing girls?
Fitz appears on TV with Zoe's mother to bring attention to the issue of missing girls of color, emphasizing the media's role in their continued disappearance.
What personal conflict does President Mellie Grant face during the nuclear treaty negotiations?
Mellie struggles with her personal feelings towards President Rashad and the professional challenges of the treaty negotiations.
How does Olivia Pope's involvement in the missing girls' case evolve?
Initially reluctant, Olivia decides to get involved after seeing Fitz's efforts on TV.
What warning does Eli Pope give Olivia about her position as Command?
Eli warns Olivia about the loneliness and sacrifices associated with being Command of B613.
What outcome is achieved in the Zoe Adams' case?
Zoe Adams is found alive, highlighting the ongoing issue of racial indifference in missing persons cases.
How does Mellie Grant resolve the situation with Bashran?
Despite her personal feelings for President Rashad, Mellie chooses not to intervene militarily in Bashran after his deposition due to a coup.