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Jones’ Comments Spark Coalition Tensions | Wellington News
Shane Jones’ fiery comments about ditching “knee pads” in foreign meetings have ignited political firestorms, with PM Luxon calling them crass but refusing to intervene, while Labour’s Chris Hipkins demands accountability, saying Jones should be sacked for such remarks. The spat underscores tensions over political decorum and coalition possibilities, as NZ First rules out working with Labour post-2026—but Hipkins leaves the door slightly ajar, hinting at a flexible strategy as he waits to see how the political landscape evolves before revealing Labour’s potential partners ahead of the…
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