Ep 1. First Thing We Do, Let's Kill All the Lawyers

In the highly anticipated season 2 premiere of The Newsroom, titled "First Thing We Do, Let's Kill All the Lawyers," the staff of ACN News Network is dealing with the aftermath of the Genoa story fallout from the previous season. Will McAvoy, the anchor of News Night, is reeling from the scandal, in which the team reported false information about a military operation that aired on their show. The network is facing a lawsuit, and the team's reputation is on the line.

But before they can fully dive into the newscasting business, they must also contend with their personal lives. MacKenzie McHale, the executive producer of News Night and Will's on-again-off-again love interest, is still reeling from her botched proposal to Will. Meanwhile, Sloan Sabbith, the economics anchor, is struggling to come to terms with her feelings for Don Keefer, the senior producer. And Jim Harper, the senior producer who was recently promoted to the D.C. bureau, is having a tough time adjusting to his new role.

As the team prepares for a nail-biting deposition, it becomes clear that they must find a way to regain the trust of their viewers and the public. But with every setback, it seems as though the news network might never be able to bounce back. And with Neal Sampat, the tech-savvy senior producer, on a mission to expose government surveillance, things are only getting more complicated.

"First Thing We Do, Let's Kill All the Lawyers" sets the stage for another season of explosive drama and high-stakes journalism. The show's signature blend of sharp dialogue, fast-paced action, and intriguing characters continues to captivate viewers, as the staff of ACN navigates the choppy waters of the modern news landscape. Will they be able to redeem themselves and win back their audience, or will the weight of their mistakes prove too much to bear? Only time will tell in this thrilling second season premiere.