| Clue | Source | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Independent politician pretending to be working | The Telegraph Cryptic | 26 Jun 2026 |
| Having an effect upon | ||
| Nursery theater draw? | Wall Street Journal | 20 Nov 2019 |
| Making a difference to one — lawmaker's playing a role | ||
| Striking politician in current drama | The Times Cryptic | 11 Aug 2015 |