Ep 17. Thwack

The show Scandal season 5 episode 17 is titled Thwack. The episode follows the aftermath of the assassination of presidential candidate Francisco Vargas. As the nation reels from the shocking news, Olivia Pope and her team work to uncover the truth behind the assassination and find out who is responsible.

At the same time, Mellie Grant prepares to take over as president-elect, but faces resistance from both the opposition party and her own party. With tensions running high, Mellie must navigate a complicated political landscape while trying to keep her own personal life in check.

Meanwhile, Huck struggles to deal with his own guilt over his role in the assassination plot, and Quinn Perkins tries to come to terms with her new role as the head of the OPA.

As the investigation into the assassination deepens, Olivia and her team uncover shocking new evidence that puts them on a path towards the truth. But as they get closer to the answer, they find themselves in grave danger, and must fight to protect themselves while uncovering the conspiracy behind the assassination plot.

Thwack is a tense, gripping episode that will keep viewers on the edge of their seats from beginning to end. With complex characters, political intrigue, and unexpected twists, this episode is not to be missed for fans of Scandal.