The West Wing

S02E14 The War at Home

President Bartlet greenlights a covert operation to rescue five DEA agents, but the mission turns disastrous when the team falls into an ambush. CJ works to secure a high-profile interview for "Capitol Beat" with the disgraced police officer involved in the incident. Meanwhile, Toby faces challenges from Senator Gilette, who threatens to launch a third-party presidential bid over the contentious social security reform discussions. Sam gives Ainsley another opportunity to impress the President, yet she misses the mark again. Josh finally receives the polling data from Joey, while Abbey and Bartlet ponder his re-election campaign.