A new trend in Kenyan politics sees politicians increasingly targeting rivals' spouses, turning what was once off-limits into "collateral damage" on the campaign trail. This shift has led to public spats and mockery, eroding decorum and ethical boundaries.

• The trend escalated following Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah’s remarks on July 18, suggesting some leaders are controlled by their wives.
• Dorcas Rigathi, wife of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, responded on July 22, defending her relationship with her husband.
• Ironically, Gachagua then accused Sam Mburu, husband of Nakuru Governor Susan Kihika, of interfering with his party's activities on July 22, prompting a sharp retort from Kihika the next day.
• Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale also cautioned against involving spouses in political mudslinging on July 23.