Dale is a 37-year-old warehouse worker and right-wing extremist who forms his own hate group, the Strokers for Liberty, after being rejected by larger organizations. He lives in a townhouse owned by his mother and constantly struggles with debt. His lack of empathy and refusal to take responsibility for his actions lead him into a dangerous hit-and-run incident while distributing hateful material.

Twilly is an independently wealthy environmental vigilante who uses his inherited fortune to fund campaigns against those who damage Florida's ecosystems. He lives simply, moving between temporary apartments and driving a battered SUV. He takes an immediate, persistent interest in Viva's life and decides to help investigate her problematic employers.

Viva is a recent transplant to Florida from Minnesota, having moved to rebuild her life after her ex-husband stole her savings. She rents a room from Dale Figgo out of financial necessity despite detesting his bigoted views. She works for a wealthy couple, the Minks, but becomes suspicious of their charitable contributions and decides to investigate their political connections.

Clure is a corrupt, right-wing congressman representing a deeply conservative district in Florida. He relies on his family's wealth and his father's political influence to cover up his constant scandals, substance abuse, and illicit affairs. He launches a suspicious charitable foundation called Wee Hammers to launder campaign donations while projecting a respectable public image.

Jonas is Dale's closest associate and the co-leader of the Strokers for Liberty. He lives off a fraudulent disability claim from his time as a firefighter and struggles to pay child support for three sons. He spends his days listening to extremist podcasts and dreaming of a violent uprising, though he is often motivated more by financial desperation than pure ideology.

Claude is a wealthy land developer who clear-cuts Florida citrus groves to build luxury neighborhoods. Bitter over a perceived slight from former political allies, he now funnels dark money into extremist causes. He employs Viva Morales to handle administrative work for his charitable foundation, using the organization to mask his bribes and illegal contributions.

Electra is Claude Mink's wife and partner in both his real estate developments and his political maneuvering. She shares his vindictive streak and works to maintain their pristine public reputation while secretly directing their fortune toward illicit activities and hate groups.

Noel is the victim of a hit-and-run incident perpetrated by Dale Figgo during a flyer-distribution run. Recovering from a head injury in the hospital, he rejects a simple financial settlement in favor of seeking direct justice. He is determined to hold the extremist group accountable for their actions and the racist ideologies they promote in his community.

Janice is a young woman entangled in a transactional, illicit relationship with Clure Boyette. She maintains careful records of Clure's payments and illegal activities, using this evidence to demand expensive gifts and financial compensation. She is shrewd and pragmatic, understanding exactly how to leverage the congressman's fear of a public scandal.

Mary is Noel Kristiansen's wife. She supports her husband through his recovery from the hit-and-run accident but grows increasingly concerned about his erratic behavior and his obsession with tracking down the extremists responsible for his injuries.

Nicki is Clure Boyette's wife. Exhausted by her husband's constant infidelities and embarrassing behavior, she decides to file for divorce. She uses her knowledge of his political vulnerability and illegal activities to demand an exorbitant settlement, knowing his campaign cannot survive a public separation.

Clay is Clure Boyette's wealthy, powerful father and a seasoned political fixer. He works tirelessly behind the scenes to manage his son's political career and clean up his numerous personal disasters. He is ruthless in protecting the family's reputation and expects total obedience from his son in exchange for his financial support.

Lewin Baltry is a corrupt zoning commissioner who accepts bribes to approve controversial real estate projects. His willingness to accept illegal payments from developers places him in the center of a tense political standoff over a new luxury neighborhood.

Moe is a professional contract killer hired by wealthy clients to eliminate political and personal liabilities. He operates quietly across state lines but harbors his own strict, personal code of ethics regarding the clients he chooses to work for.

Donna is Dale Figgo's mother and the owner of the townhouse where he and Viva Morales live. She views her son as foolish and frequently intervenes to scold him or repair the damage caused by his impulsive, bigoted behavior.

Rachel is Viva Morales's predecessor at the Mink Foundation. She suddenly vanished after discovering evidence that her employers were using their charitable organization to funnel money to right-wing extremists and insurrectionists.