Olivia Pope has dedicated her life to protecting and defending the images of the nation's elite and keeping their secrets hidden. Revered and feared, Olivia, a former communications director to the US President, left the White House to open her own crisis management firm. She’s hoping to start a new chapter in her life, both professionally and personally, but she can't seem to completely cut ties with her past. Olivia has an accomplished staff who would follow her anywhere and do whatever it takes to save someone's reputation. Her clients aren't the only ones with secrets, though; surprisingly, she may need to exercise all her damage control skills on her own behalf.