The West Wing

The White House senior staff is called in early to address two urgent issues: a large group of Cuban refugees making their way across the Atlantic, and President Josiah Bartlet, known for his physical clumsiness, who has suffered a minor injury after colliding with a tree while cycling.

The Vice President resists aligning with President Bartlet's agenda, creating tension in the administration. Meanwhile, Sam seeks advice from Josh and Toby on handling his personal issues with Laurie, and Bartlet appoints Mandy as a consultant to the White House.

President Bartlet demonstrates the use of deadly force in response to Morris's death, drawing concern from his staff. C.J. becomes frustrated after learning she was not informed about Laurie, while Josh recruits a new personal assistant for Bartlet.

A key gun-control bill fails by five votes, prompting the White House staff to race against time to locate the missing congressmen. Meanwhile, Toby faces accusations of stock market manipulation after a friend testifies before the Commerce Committee about internet stocks, and Leo's wife grows frustrated with his demanding work schedule.

The West Wing staff spends "Big Block of Cheese Day" fielding unusual requests from private groups, each more eccentric than the last. Sam is troubled by a UFO enthusiast, CJ considers a proposal for a road exclusively for wolves, Toby repeatedly butts heads with President Bartlet, and Josh struggles with feelings of guilt over the death of his sister.

Toby and Mandy advocate for a commerce bill that includes a provision for census counting, with three key votes determining its fate. Sam helps CJ understand the details of the census, while Josh and Sam take Charlie out for drinks and are joined by Zoey and Mallory.

The Indonesian president is hosted at a state dinner while the White House staff manages multiple crises, including Hurricane Sarah, a possible Teamsters strike, and a child-related raid in Idaho, all while a reporter pursues a flirtatious relationship with CJ.

President Bartlet and Vice President Hoynes engage in a public disagreement during a Cabinet meeting. CJ becomes wary of Danny's intentions, believing he may be pursuing a major story. Meanwhile, Sam is asked out by Mallory, and the White House staff works urgently to overcome obstacles in passing a key banking bill.

President Bartlet faces a difficult decision when a seemingly ideal Supreme Court nominee is revealed to have significant flaws. At the same time, a congressman accuses the White House staff of drug use, claiming one in three members uses drugs.

Toby works to organize a dignified funeral for a homeless war veteran. Meanwhile, Josh and Sam attempt to counter Lillienfield's attacks on Leo, which focus on his past struggles with substance abuse. CJ pushes the staff to reconsider the administration's position on hate crimes, and the President takes a quiet trip to finish his holiday shopping.

Tensions escalate between India and Pakistan as Bartlet seeks counsel from Lord John Marbury. Meanwhile, Toby criticizes CJ for her close relationship with the press after she expresses frustration at being excluded from key information. The White House staff becomes concerned about the increasing hostility in Lillienfield's campaign against Leo when Josh receives a subpoena.

President Bartlet collapses prior to delivering his first State of the Union address, prompting urgent concern among his staff. Leo McGarry reveals his history of alcoholism and drug use in a public statement, while Sam and CJ navigate new romantic developments. Meanwhile, Deputy Chief of Staff John Marbury plays a key role in facilitating a diplomatic agreement between India and Pakistan.

Josh and Sam negotiate to prevent Leo from facing a hearing by agreeing to produce a new sex education report. Mandy opposes having a couple present at the signing of a hate crimes bill following their son's death. Toby deals with criticism from those who oppose PBS.

President Bartlet has 48 hours to decide whether to commute the sentence of a convicted murderer after the Supreme Court denies a stay. Meanwhile, Josh Lyman clashes with Joey Lucas over concerns that his staff is not fully supporting her political candidate.

Toby and Sam go to Connecticut to secure Roberto Mendoza's release from custody, while Josh is forced to conduct a press briefing in place of CJ, who is undergoing an unexpected root canal.

President Bartlet and his senior staff travel to California for a key fundraising event, while Deputy Chief of Staff Hoynes faces a difficult choice between supporting Bartlet's position and following his own beliefs as the Senate remains deadlocked on an ethanol tax bill.

Abbey's public comments on a Federal Reserve appointment and child labor on a talk show create political complications, leading a Congresswoman to propose an amendment that jeopardizes an international tariff bill. Meanwhile, Charlie's date with Zoey is canceled due to threats from a white supremacist group.

Mendoza is confirmed for his Senate position, while Mandy seeks Toby's assistance to find a replacement for a deceased panda. Sam causes tension with Mallory by presenting a paper in favor of school vouchers, and Josh meets with Jeff Breckenridge, whose controversial views on slavery reparations are unsettling some members of Congress.

A previously unknown memo written by Mandy about vulnerabilities in the Bartlet administration comes to light, while Josh pushes for key administration figures to be placed on the Federal Elections Committee, and Sam advocates for improved policy regarding LGBTQ+ individuals in the military.

Andrea Wyatt pushes for the inclusion of mandatory minimum sentences in a new drug policy being crafted by the staff, while C.J. makes an error that delays progress.

President Bartlet moves closer to securing FEC support for campaign finance reform, but his efforts are challenged when opponents expose Sam's past relationship with a call girl. Meanwhile, CJ monitors the administration's approval ratings with concern.

The White House staff manages multiple crises, including a downed American pilot in Iraq and a space shuttle emergency involving Toby's brother. Meanwhile, President Bartlet and his senior advisors face complications after a town hall meeting.