‘Scandal’ Recap: One More Casualty in Race for the White House

Peus and company prove they’ll do anything to get Mellie elected — even kill off a series regular

Portia De Rossi took a golf club to the head midway through this week’s episode, bringing the series regular’s run on the Shonda Rhimes drama to an abrupt end.

If I could keep her forever, I would — but kidnapping is illegal.

[...] I am incredibly impressed with the vision she has for her creative future.

[...] when Olivia shows up to Cyrus’ hotel room to help him get back into presidential shape, Cyrus turns her away, blaming her for his current state and refusing to forgive her for not believing his innocence all along.

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[...] Fitz visits Cyrus, and over a stiff drink convinces him to finally shave, put on a suit and face the public for the first time since his release.

After yet another screaming match in the Oval Office, Fitz goes behind her back and puts on a show of arresting Rowan and keeping Olivia from taking the fall.