Ep 2. Pressing the Flesh

In Scandal season 7 episode 2, titled "Pressing the Flesh," President Mellie Grant must navigate a high-profile event at the White House, where she will be hosting a group of senators to discuss her proposed gun control legislation. With Olivia Pope's help, Mellie hopes to win over the senators and secure the votes she needs to pass her bill.

As preparations for the event get underway, tensions rise as some of Mellie's staff question the effectiveness of her proposed legislation. Meanwhile, Olivia's old acquaintance, Quinn Perkins, shows up with a request for her help on a personal matter.

As the senatorial reception gets underway, Mellie is faced with unexpected challenges when one of the invited senators threatens to derail her agenda. With Olivia's guidance, Mellie tries to diffuse the situation and maintain her composure in the face of adversity.

At the same time, Quinn's request leads Olivia down a dangerous path that tests her loyalty to Mellie and puts her relationship with Jake Ballard at risk. As the events of the evening unfold, secrets are revealed, alliances are tested, and the fate of Mellie's presidency hangs in the balance.