Claire’s U.N. bid runs into trouble. Frank fights off mutiny with a bold address to the country.

Francis back-channels with a Chinese billionaire. Lucas uses extreme measures to expose the Vice President. A shadowy figure joins Team Underwood.

Amid turmoil in the home, Frank takes office. Foreign relations become entangled as Durant’s team bungles a meeting. As foes negotiate to thwart her, Jackie maneuvers to strengthen her position….