This guide prepares you for the high-stakes events of , titled " Truth or Consequences ." This pivotal episode marks a turning point where the rigging of the presidential election finally starts to unravel for the core cast. Episode Overview Original Air Date: January 31, 2013.
Pay close attention to how Quinn’s identity as Lindsay Dwyer changes her relationship with the rest of the gladiators at Olivia Pope & Associates . Critical Character Dynamics
Mellie makes it clear she will not let Olivia "reap the benefits" of the work she put into making Fitz president.
Keep track of the five people who know about the rigged voting machines: Olivia, Cyrus, Mellie, Hollis, and Verna Thornton.
Olivia is portrayed as catatonic with guilt over her role in the election rigging while dealing with a marriage proposal from Senator Edison Davis. Preparation Checklist for Viewers
The episode focuses on the fallout of the Defiance election rigging and Fitz’s decision to divorce Mellie. Core Plot Points to Track
This episode is the first time the entire team at OPA is forced to air everything they know about each other's secrets. "Scandal" Truth or Consequences (TV Episode 2013) - IMDb