Darlene makes one too many rash moves. Marty tries to free Rachel from Agent Petty’s grasp. Jonah helps his mom force Wilkes to continue his support.

When a mobster jeopardizes the casino bill, Marty enlists Buddy’s help. Wendy resorts to dirty tactics to get votes. Cade reminds Ruth of her roots.

Wendy does damage control when Wilkes’s pressure on Sen. Blake backfires. Rachel is sent on a mission. Ruth resists accepting her Langmore destiny.

Marty and Wendy tell each other how they really feel, Ruth confronts Wyatt, Darlene lets her ambitions be known, and Ben’s past comes into focus.

An FBI search of the Snells’ field yields a surprise. Playing hardball, Agent Petty questions Wilkes. The Byrdes mourn a loss.