Kenyan Deputy President Faces Impeachment Threat

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua of Kenya faces impeachment proceedings amid rising political tensions. Gachagua attributes his political troubles to his outspoken nature, which has garnered both criticism and support. While MPs from various political affiliations back the impeachment motion, leaders from the Mt Kenya region and Nyeri residents have rallied in his defense, accusing President William Ruto of orchestrating the move. Clergy members have called for political tolerance and urged Gachagua to demonstrate humility, warning that his rhetoric could destabilize the country. The impeachment motion, which has surpassed the necessary parliamentary threshold, marks an unprecedented constitutional challenge under Kenya's 2010 Constitution.