The latest episode of The Boys sets the stage for an epic finale, with Homelander solidifying his role as the de facto leader of the United States and a potential showdown at the White House looming. the episode ends with Homelander killing the President after discovering his lack of belief in Homelander's divinity , setting up a final confrontation between Homelander and Butcher.

Homelander's Rise to Power

In The Boys season 5, episode 7, Homelander is shown lounging in the Oval Office, a clear indication of his new role as the true leader of the country. This moment has been building since the beginning of season 4, where Homelander's ambitions for power were first hinted at. According to the report, Homelander's rise to power is solidified when he kills the President after discovering his lack of belief in Homelander's divinity.

The White House Showdown: A Comic Book Homage

The potential showdown at the White House would be a fitting homage to the comic books on which the show is based. in the comics, the final confrontation between Butcher and Homelander takes place at the White House, albeit on a smaller scale. The show has already deviated significantly from the comics, with characters being more fleshed out and certain plot twists being removed. However, a White House showdown would bring the show full circle, paying tribute to its source material.

Butcher's Potential Descent into Madness

The report suggests that the show may be setting up a storyline where Butcher,after defeating Homelander, becomes consumed by his desire to wipe out all Supes. this storyline is directly lifted from the comics, where Butcher kills his own teammates after defeating Homelander. The show has hinted at this possibility with the introduction of the Supe Virus, but it remains to be seen whether this storyline will be fully explored in the finale.

Unanswered Questions and Potential Deviations

While the report provides a clear picture of the potential finale, there are still many unanswered questions. For instance, the report does not mention whether Homelander will actually be defeated, or if Butcher will indeed go on a rampage against all Supes. Additionally, the report does not address the potential role of other characters, such as Hughie and Starlight, in the finale. These unanswered questions leave room for the show to deviate from the comics and create its own unique ending.