Murkomen, Gachagua trade fresh jabs over June 25 protests

Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen and former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua have traded accusations regarding the government's handling of recent protests. Murkomen defended the security response while accusing Gachagua of inciting violence.
Why it matters
The public dispute between high-ranking officials reflects ongoing political instability and tensions within the Kenyan government.
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen during an event on June 27, 2026/FILE
The article presents both sides of the political argument, allowing the reader to see the conflict between the two officials.
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