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The Rock

American Shopper2 years ago2 years ago01 mins

In this picture, there is a rock…just a plain old rock. We can say a lot of things about the rock. Perhaps it has magical powers? Maybe it’s from another planet, or even a pet rock. Maybe it can talk when no one is looking. And suppose it even has political views; some may say…

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Indiana Republican called out by Trump on redistricting is swatted

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Trump breaks with ‘wacky’ Marjorie Taylor Greene

His criticism is a notable fissure in the MAGA coalition. [...]

Indiana redistricting push likely dead despite White House pressure

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Seth Moulton on the Epstein emails, Venezuela and the shutdown

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Russian spy ship pointed lasers at RAF pilots tracking it, says UK

John Healey says he has updated the Navy's rules for tracking the vessel after the "dangerous" move. [...]

Mahmood hints at shake-up of 'irrational' policing structure

The home secretary says there is a postcode lottery in the performance of forces in England and Wales. [...]

MP offers seat to Burnham for Starmer challenge

Clive Lewis says he would step down to allow Mayor Andy Burnham the chance to become Labour leader. [...]

Farage must explain reports of racist comments, says PM

The Reform leader denies making any of the comments attributed to him by former pupils at his London school in the 1970s. [...]

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MP's aide reported suspected China LinkedIn approach

Despite the government's efforts to thaw tensions with Beijing, MPs were warned this week of spying threats from China. [...]

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