Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has strongly criticized President William Ruto's proposed 2026/27 Budget and Finance Bill 2026, urging Parliament to reject them and presenting an alternative economic plan.

• Mr. Gachagua described the Sh4.82 trillion budget as a "twin evil" that taxes Kenyans into poverty.
• He accused the government of neglecting critical sectors like healthcare and agriculture, with proposed funding at 3.5% and 2% respectively.
• The Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) leader proposed slashing proposed government expenditure to Sh3.67 trillion and increasing funding for agriculture and healthcare.