Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has defended his recent US tour, where he met Kenyans along tribal lines, stating he was invited by community groups. He also revealed details of a pre-2022 election pact with President William Ruto concerning government positions for the Mount Kenya region.

• Gachagua claims a deal was made for the Mount Kenya region to receive 40 percent of government positions if they delivered 70 percent of votes.
• The former Deputy President stated he had negotiated for key ministries including Finance, Interior, Trade, Lands, and the Attorney General’s office.
• He expressed regret that the agreement with President William Ruto was not put in writing.