While FBI agents Mei, Kelton and Tyner make some progress and clues seemingly come together, more enigmatic evidence is uncovered. An obvious suspect is brought into FBI headquarters for questioning, and it is discovered that Marcy has been keeping a little secret. Her suspicious mother, Jessica Nevins, offers parenting advice while Senator Jeffrey Collins copes with the unfolding nightmare as political pressure accelerates. Determined reporter Judy Nash visits Gloucester, MA, to learn more about who Sara Collins actually is.

After WCN's aggressive reporter Judy Nash is scooped by a competing news agency, she and Agent Kelton meet to discuss how they can work together to mutually benefit one another. A flashback reveals that Senator Collins has gone above the law before, while his ex-wife, Jessica Nevins, urges him to take a position on the all-important appointment of Supreme Court nominee Judge Rainer. Agents Mei, Kelton and Tyner close in on leads signaling a turn in the investigation.