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Secretary of Defense is a fictional character portrayed by Robert Poletick in the TV series House of Cards.
They appear in 9 episodes out of a total of 73 aired
Secretary of Defense is also portrayed by Lee Murphy.

Secretary of Defense

by Robert Poletick

character

Episodes9

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    Chapter 23
    episode S2.E10 february 2014
    With a military stalemate abroad and a possible violent situation at home, Francis wants to put an end to Tusk forever. Claire and Jackie Sharp collide.
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    Chapter 27
    episode S3.E1 february 2015
    Frank's approval ratings have plummeted. Doug goes through rehab over his injury. Claire plans to run for Ambassador to the U.N.
  • 8.5
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    Chapter 29
    episode S3.E3 february 2015
    The Russian president's state visit becomes a cold war of wills.
  • 8.1
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    Chapter 31
    episode S3.E5 february 2015
    Frank declares war on Congress to jump-start his jobs program. Claire spars with the Russian Ambassador.
  • 8.1
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    Chapter 34
    episode S3.E8 february 2015
    A hurricane endangers more than just the entire East Coast and Frank must make a difficult choice.
  • 8.2
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    Chapter 35
    episode S3.E9 february 2015
    The Jordan Valley erupts in chaos just as Frank's campaign is picking up steam. Claire gets disturbing intel and counsels him.
  • 8.1
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    Chapter 36
    episode S3.E10 february 2015
    Frank needs to deal with Petrov one on one, while Claire tries to preserve the peace-keeping mission. Sacrifices must be made.
  • 7.9
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    Chapter 40
    episode S4.E1 march 2016
    Claire's absence causes problems for Frank on the campaign trail amid rumors of a marital rift. Claire tries to strike out on her own.
  • 8.2
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    Chapter 59
    episode S5.E7 may 2017
    When a crisis forces White House personnel to take shelter in a bunker, Commerce Department official Jane Davis negotiates through back channels.