Chapter 48 changes all of that, forcing the Underwoods to scramble as the season rolls on.
That means that the collective Democratic party will choose Franks running mate.
Of course, the Underwoods have their own plans.
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Its a pretty genius plan if they manage to pull it off.
Claire plays the part perfectly.
The first hint we get that Claire is moving towards being Franks running mate comes from Donald Blythe.
Its a sly statement that builds up Claires legitimacy while also making Durant look passive.
Celia and Doris were paid off, leading to the sudden surge of votes for Claire.
Cathy is surprisingly relaxed about the whole thing.
So, you know, hed like to get a start on that, Frank!
Meanwhile, Doug is starting to crack.
That leads to Seth telling Leann about Dougs hatred.
The two verbally spar, bond over video games, and generally get a feeling for one another.
Everything is going as planned, with both Cathy and Claire getting votes, but Claire gaining.
Things go off the rails when Louisiana steps up though.
They cast all their votes forpresidentfor Catherine Durant.
Everybody pauses, assuming he must mean the votes are for thevice presidency, not the presidency.
Nope, we all heard right the first time.
Louisiana says that the nomination for Democratic leader should be open, as well as the spot for VP.
Will stands there with a smug look on his face, but says that it wasnt his plan.
In fact, it was Cathys; he just had to take the call.
Its a bold move, but an understandable one.
The Underwoods were trying to use Cathy, and now shes turned the tables on them.
That sends Claire back to Texas to regroup and prepare for a solid run at the VP position.
On the plane she practices her speech with Yates, and theres the hint of something more intimate there.
Things are changing for the Underwoods, and after Chapter 48, theyre surely starting to scramble.
