A seasoned diplomat faces daunting challenges after becoming UK ambassador at a critical time as her country is gripped by an international crisis. At the same time, her relationship with her flamboyant politician husband is in turmoil.
In the second season, as her political career rises, Ambassador Kate Wyler faces many conflicts and challenges at work and her family life.
Kate Wyler faces difficulties getting what she wants after President Rayburn dies and Vice President Grace Penn assumes the presidency. While her husband, Hal, is accused of being responsible for the president's death, Kate lands an unexpected position.