Ep 19. Bad Moon Rising

In "Bad Moon Rising," the nineteenth episode of the second season of The West Wing, the staff of the White House is thrown into chaos as urgent issues demand their attention both domestically and abroad.

As rumors swirl around Deputy Chief of Staff Josh Lyman's potential candidacy for Congress, the team must contend with a brewing domestic crisis involving a group of militant farmers in Idaho who have taken over federal land in protest of government policies. President Bartlet must decide how to respond to this standoff, while Agriculture Secretary Roger Tribbey argues that they should take a hands-off approach and let the FBI handle the situation.

Meanwhile, the State Department is dealing with a diplomatic crisis in Haiti, where rebels are attacking American civilians. The situation quickly becomes more complex as several different factions within the Haitian government stake their claims and demand U.S. intervention.

As the day wears on, tensions rise and tempers flare. Toby must confront a congressman who is blocking a crucial vote on a bill to renew the Violence Against Women Act, while CJ juggles press requests and PR nightmares. And all the while, Josh wrestles with the question of whether or not he wants to embark on a political career of his own.

Through it all, the characters of The West Wing show their true colors, standing up for what they believe in and fighting for the greater good. With humor, heart, and a deep sense of patriotism, "Bad Moon Rising" is a must-watch episode for fans of the series.