Kenyan Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has cut short his visit to the United States to return home and lead campaigns for the Democratic Change Party (DCP) ahead of the November by-elections. Gachagua apologized for the abrupt end to his US tour, emphasizing his commitment to prepare the party for the upcoming electoral contests. Meanwhile, President William Ruto has dismissed opposition slogans such as "Ruto must go," stating that such rhetoric will not succeed in the next 2027 election, which he says will be won on substantive plans rather than slogans. Ruto toured development projects in Migori County and challenged the opposition to present clear agendas for Kenyans. Kenya Kwanza coalition leaders have accused opposition figures of inciting unrest and tribal politics, while urging peaceful engagement in the electoral process. Deputy President Kithure Kindiki also criticized the opposition for lacking a national agenda and emphasized the need for vision-driven leadership. The political environment ahead of the by-elections remains tense, with both ruling party and opposition preparing for the electoral battles.