Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua faced an unbending audience during his United States tour, specifically in Baltimore on July 27, where youths grilled him on his political agenda for the 2027 General Election. They challenged his divisive rhetoric and tribal politics, particularly his "murima first" narrative.

• Valentine Wanjiru Githae, representing the 625 Movement, criticized Gachagua's advancement of a narrative focused on the Kikuyu community, stating it fosters division.
• Youths questioned why Rigathi Gachagua should be trusted, especially given his past support for the current government and the deeply-rooted political vices associated with his current opposition partners.
• Gachagua admitted to an "ill judgment" in supporting President William Ruto in 2022 and encouraged young people to offer themselves as leaders.