[s10e16] The First 100 Days 【RECOMMENDED ◆】

While Frank battles in the halls of power, are on the streets tracking down a vandal targeting NYPD vehicles. The case takes a somber turn when the perpetrator is revealed to be an honors student acting out of grief for his brother, who was killed by police.

Aired in March 2020, this 16th episode of centers on the milestone of Mayor Peter Chase’s first 100 days in office—a period usually reserved for setting a tone, though in Chase’s case, that tone was decidedly discordant with the NYPD. The Power Struggle: Frank vs. Mayor Chase [S10E16] The First 100 Days

On a lighter note, Jamie and Eddie argue over whether to keep a stray dog that helped them crack a case. After the dog helps secure another arrest, Jamie—the voice of logic—finally gives in, allowing the pup to stay at the precinct. Final Verdict While Frank battles in the halls of power,

The episode also hits closer to home for the Reagan siblings: The Power Struggle: Frank vs

Frank , ever the master of the "long game," uses a brilliant—and risky—tactic to get the manpower the NYPD needs. In a classic Reagan move, he uses an analogy about an old house that shouldn't be torn down just because it's old, eventually threatening his own resignation to make his point. It works; Chase backs down, realizing that while he’s the Mayor, Frank is the bedrock of the city’s stability.

The narrative heartbeat of the episode is the escalating tension between and Mayor Peter Chase . Known for his "my way or the highway" approach, Chase is struggling to run the city effectively because he refuses to collaborate.

In a rare moment of restraint, Danny skips his usual hot-headed approach. He encourages the young man to choose a better path, highlighting the "bad choices" that led his brother down a dark road. It’s a poignant look at how the Reagans balance the letter of the law with the human reality of the community they serve.