Phil's decision to kill Vito without a "sit-down" signals his rising dominance and the weakening of Tony’s authority.
After returning to New Jersey, Vito attempts to buy his way back into the crew by proposing an Atlantic City operation. Tony initially considers the offer, but Phil Leotardo—outraged by Vito's homosexuality—takes matters into his own hands. Phil and his henchmen brutally murder Vito in a motel room, a clear violation of mafia protocol regarding made men from other families. [S6E11] Cold Stones
Back at home, Tony and Carmela struggle with AJ's lack of direction after he is fired from Blockbuster. This culminates in a frightening scene where Tony smashes AJ's car windshield to force him into taking a construction job. Key Themes Phil's decision to kill Vito without a "sit-down"