Policing minister wriggles over toe-curling Question Time moment when he asked whether Rwanda and Congo are different countries - saying he was being 'rhetorical'
28-04-2024 11:57 via dailymail.co.uk

Policing minister wriggles over toe-curling Question Time moment when he asked whether Rwanda and Congo are different countries - saying he was being 'rhetorical'

Chris Philp insisted he was being 'rhetorical' as he was challenged over the awkward response given while being quizzed about details of the government's policy.
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