chooses Cyrus Beene as his running mate, marking Cyrus's successful return to a position of power.
: The episode revolves around the Republican and Democratic candidates finalizing their tickets. Scandal - Season 5Eps21
: After a season of being sidelined, Cyrus maneuvers himself into the VP slot for the Democratic ticket, solidifying his role as a primary antagonist for the upcoming election. Finale Impact chooses Cyrus Beene as his running mate, marking
: She officially steps into her father’s shoes, becoming the powerful "handler" behind the scenes. Her decision to place Jake on Mellie's ticket is a tactical win against Rowan, though it sacrifices Jake's desire for a normal life. Finale Impact : She officially steps into her
selects Jake Ballard as her VP candidate, a move orchestrated by Olivia to save Jake from her father’s control.
The episode sets the stage for the final seasons by establishing two formidable tickets: vs. Francisco Vargas/ Cyrus Beene . It effectively closes the chapter on Fitz’s presidency and transitions Olivia from a "fixer" to a political mastermind mirroring the methods of her father.