Up-and-coming and ambitious Senator Joe Tynan faces a major political opportunity: he is asked to lead the opposition to the appointment of a conservative judge to the Supreme Court. This assignment could solidify his career in Washington, but it will require tough decisions that will test both his morals and his personal life.
As Tynan delves deep into the political intrigue, he meets Karen Traynor, a smart and dedicated lawyer who stands by his side in this matter. Their collaboration soon develops into a passionate affair that puts Tynan's marriage to his faithful wife Ellie under dangerous strain. With every decision he makes, Tynan is drawn deeper into the maelstrom of power, loyalties and betrayal.