Q1 Regarding "had the capital abuzz and members of both parties lining up their political messaging", I have a question about the structure. Is the structure: "had the capital abuzz" and "had members of both parties lining up their political messaging" ??? Q2 What does "lining up their messaging" mean? Context>>>>>>>>>>>> WASHINGTON—The finalizing of Robert Mueller’s report on Russian election interference, expected to be released this week, had the capital abuzz and members of both parties lining up their political messaging over what the findings will mean for the Trump presidency.

15 Apr 02:50 AM

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A1
Yes, you are correct.

A2
“To line up” is to put something in order and prepare it. Get it ready. Much like standing inline waiting for something.
“Political messaging” their political messages to the people, which they will present through the media.

So they are preparing and arranging what they are going to say in response to the anticipated effect of the release of the report on the Trump presidency.

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15 Apr 02:50 AM

Arabic English (US)

A1
Yes, you are correct.

A2
“To line up” is to put something in order and prepare it. Get it ready. Much like standing inline waiting for something.
“Political messaging” their political messages to the people, which they will present through the media.

So they are preparing and arranging what they are going to say in response to the anticipated effect of the release of the report on the Trump presidency.

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