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After getting Liam kicked out of his prestigious private school due to a massive STD outbreak among the PTA moms, Frank finds himself broke and in desperate need of a drink. Naturally, he discovers that local politics is the ultimate "get-sloshed-quick" scheme.

The pair resort to making their twins pretend to be the same person just to secure a single slot at a local daycare. The Verdict: Two Steps Forward, One Step Back

Lip is arguably the most "improved" Gallagher this week. While struggling to keep track of Xan—who steals a wallet and leaves Kev and V’s twins at a park—Lip ultimately decides to step up. He breaks the family unspoken rule ("Gallaghers don't sponsor") by agreeing to mentor a fellow alcoholic, signaling a significant shift in his journey toward maturity. Other South Side Shenanigans 9x02_Shameless

"Mo White!" received mixed reviews, with critics from Entertainment Weekly praising Frank's "shameless" new arc but others on Reddit questioning the realism of Liam’s sudden expulsion. While the show occasionally leans too heavily into the zany, the emotional growth in characters like Lip keeps it grounded.

Debbie takes on the patriarchy at her job, protesting for equal pay. She eventually meets a fellow female welder who disguises herself as a man to fit in, opening up a potential new connection. After getting Liam kicked out of his prestigious

Nine seasons in, and Shameless still finds ways to crawl further into the muck. In the second episode of Season 9, titled , the South Side's favorite degenerates tackle everything from local politics to real estate tycoons, proving once again that a Gallagher can find an angle in just about any situation. Frank's Political Pivot

The highlight of the episode is the unexpected partnership between Fiona and a newly homeless (educationally speaking) Liam. Liam’s time with the elite has rubbed off on him; he acts as Fiona’s sharp-dressed "consultant" as she scouts commercial real estate. Using Ian’s $50k bail money, Fiona ignores Ford’s cautious advice and forces her way into a high-stakes deal for a retirement home, marking a major "first base" moment for her professional ambitions. Lip and the "Gallagher Shackle" The Verdict: Two Steps Forward, One Step Back

To bolster his West Point application, Carl "volunteers" at a dog shelter. When he can't stomach the euthanizations, he begins smuggling dying dogs into the Gallagher basement to let them pass with dignity.