Season 2 of the political drama picks up immediately following the events of the first season, with Frank Underwood now serving as the Vice President of the United States. As he navigates the treacherous waters of the executive branch, Frank and his wife Claire continue their ruthless pursuit of power, systematically eliminating threats and manipulating those around them to secure their influence in Washington D.C. The season focuses on the Underwoods' efforts to consolidate control while facing new adversaries, including billionaire Raymond Tusk and the persistent investigative journalist Zoe Barnes. As the stakes escalate, the couple must manage the fallout of their past actions, testing the limits of their marriage and their morality in a high-stakes game of political chess where betrayal is the only constant.