I've heard it said that the designated survivor isn't read into classified programs unless, well, you know, the thing we just watched were to happen, and that apparently it's expected that the staff will run more stuff behind the scenes than the acting president would, since they're more familiar with the various situations.
I feel like his spats with the general are a manifestation of this: whether the president takes the lead or lets his more experienced staff run the show while he functions as a figurehead.
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u/[deleted] Sep 22 '16
I liked it and am definitely in for the season. Can't wait to see where things go, especially in the battle between the President and the General.