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Chicago P.D. - S05E08 - Politics
 

Chicago P.D. season 5 episode 8

Politics

 
One of Voight's friends, Congressman Scott Graynor, is found passed out in his hotel room with a dead Ukranian girl. When Intelligence discovers the murder is connected to a sting and Burgess' boyfriend is working with the Feds, Burgess must choose between compromising her case or her boyfriend's case.
 
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Chicago P.D. / S05E08 : Politics
Season 5, Episode 8 | Aired on November 29, 2017 | TV-14 | 40 min. | NBC
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Chicago P.D. season 5 episode 8 Recap and FAQ

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Episode Summary

Sergeant Hank Voight attends a fundraiser, mingling with politicians and colleagues, including officer Kim Burgess. Burgess' boyfriend Matt, working on a RICO case, arrives late. The plot thickens when a hotel manager discovers a dead girl and an unconscious Congressman Graynor. Voight's team investigates, uncovering a gun with a defaced serial number and a fake ID, but no clear suspect. Burgess leads an undercover operation into the mob responsible, facing moral dilemmas. The episode culminates with the team confronting key mob figures, resolving the case but leaving Burgess' personal and professional future in uncertainty.

Full Episode S05E08 Recap

### At the Fundraiser - Hank Voight attends a fundraiser where he converses with several characters, including a congressman. - Kim Burgess arrives with her boyfriend Matt, who is late due to his work on a RICO case against the Odessa mob. - Conversations reveal tensions and political issues, including support for the police and the complexities of public service. ### The Bar Discussion - Burgess and Voight discuss the challenges of balancing personal life with demanding careers. - Matt joins them, impressing Voight with his dedication to Burgess and his job. - The scene sets up the intricate web of relationships and responsibilities each character juggles. ### The Crime Scene at the Hotel - A hotel manager discovers a dead girl and an unconscious male guest, triggering a police investigation. - Congressman Graynor, found at the scene, insists on his innocence, claiming he was set up. - The investigation uncovers various clues: an unregistered gun with a silencer, a fake ID, and no concrete leads on the suspect. ### The Police Investigation - Voight and his team delve into the case, interviewing Graynor and gathering evidence. - They encounter obstacles, including uncooperative witnesses and dead ends. - The victim's identity remains a mystery, complicating the investigation. ### The Undercover Operation - Burgess and her team launch an undercover operation to infiltrate the mob responsible for the crime. - Tensions rise as they get closer to the truth, with Burgess facing moral dilemmas. - The operation reveals a complex web of corruption and crime, stretching from local politics to international criminal organizations. ### The Climactic Confrontation - The team confronts key figures in the criminal organization, leading to tense and dangerous encounters. - Burgess must make critical decisions that test her loyalty and ethics. - The episode concludes with a resolution to the case, but leaves open questions about the characters' future choices and challenges.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Hank Voight?

Hank Voight is a sergeant in the Chicago Police Department.

What is the event Hank attends at the beginning?

Hank attends a fundraiser.

Who is Kim Burgess?

Kim Burgess is a police officer and a character in the show.

Why is Burgess' boyfriend Matt late to the fundraiser?

Matt is late due to his work on a RICO case against the Odessa mob.

What is the significance of the hotel scene?

The hotel scene is where a dead girl and an unconscious male guest are found, triggering a police investigation.

Who is found at the hotel crime scene?

Congressman Graynor is found at the hotel crime scene.

What does the investigation at the hotel reveal?

The investigation reveals an unregistered gun with a silencer and a fake ID, but no clear suspect.

What challenges do the police face in the investigation?

The police face uncooperative witnesses, dead ends, and the victim's unknown identity.

What is the nature of the undercover operation?

The undercover operation aims to infiltrate the mob responsible for the crime.

What are the risks and dilemmas faced by Burgess in the operation?

Burgess faces moral dilemmas and tests of loyalty and ethics.

How does the episode resolve the case?

The case is resolved with the confrontation and apprehension of key criminal figures.

Are there any unresolved questions left at the end of the episode?

Yes, there are open questions about the characters' future choices and challenges.

 
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