: The episode juxtaposes Ziva David becoming a U.S. citizen—a moment of new beginnings and hope—with Gibbs retreating into the darkest parts of his history. Notable Interactions Deep Feature / Role Abby Sciuto
The head of the Reynosa Cartel who targets Gibbs' father in the final scene, setting up a major Season 8 cliffhanger.
In the NCIS Season 7 finale, , the "deep feature" is the introduction of a pivotal new rule that fundamentally shifts the series' moral landscape.