Gachagua Issues Ultimatum to DCP MPs Over Finance Bill 2026 Vote

The National Assembly will vote on individual amendments to the Finance Bill 2026 on June 18, before a potential Third Reading...

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Rigathi Gachagua, leader of the Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP), has instructed party MPs to vote against the Finance Bill 2026, emphasizing its critical impact on Kenyans.

DCP MPs are mandated to vote 'no' and remain in the National Assembly to force a recorded vote on June 18.
Gachagua argues the government cannot tax its way to prosperity, citing the negative impact on small businesses and consumers, particularly from proposed taxes on digital transactions.
He suggests cutting government spending on travel and consultancies by at least 30% as an alternative to new taxes.

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