A fearless Indigenous senator, barely weeks into her political career in Canberra, and betrayed at the highest level, must seek redemption and settle a score against the party, and the Prime Minister of Australia.

Alex proves her worth to the government, brokering a difficult deal between native title holder and the government. Meanwhile JC hitch-hikes across the country in an effort to meet Alex.

As Alex works around the clock to get the community's deal before the Senate, there is opposition within the party and the PM barely holds onto her leadership. With JC almost in reach, Alex is faced with a tragedy at home.