Gachagua: History will remember 40 MPs who voted ‘No’ on Finance Bill 2026
By Emmanuel Rono, June 19, 2026Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has lauded a section of Members of the National Assembly who voted against the Finance Bill 2026/27, referring to them as heroes of the nation who stood with citizens during a decisive parliamentary vote.
In a statement on his X account on Friday, June 19, 2026, Gachagua said the 40 MPs who rejected the bill had shown the interests of Kenyans and urged the public to remember their stand ahead of the 2027 elections.
“History will remember the 40 Honourable Members of the National Assembly who on Thursday, June 18, 2026, stood with the people of Kenya,” he said.
“You are the true heroes of our nation who chose the 55 million Kenyans against the oppressive 2026/27 finance bill,” Gachagua added.
He further framed their vote as a reflection of democratic representation, expressing confidence that voters would reward them politically.
“That is the true representation of the people who gave the mandate. I trust your constituents will show you kindness next year on the 10th of August,” he said.
Critics of those who voted ‘Yes’
Gachagua also criticised lawmakers who supported the Bill or abstained from voting, suggesting they would be politically rewarded by the government.
“For those who voted YES to oppress the people who elected them as well as those who deliberately kept off when it mattered most, I am sure William Ruto is very happy with you and shall reward you handsomely,” Kalonzo said.
“Dear Kenyans, please note the Honourable Members who stood with you and voted NO, to reject the oppressive 2026 Finance Bill. That was a vote for you as a Kenyan.”
Gachagua’s early warnings
Speaking during a media interview in Kitale Town, Trans Nzoia County, on Thursday, June 18, 2026, Gachagua urged Members of Parliament allied to his party to be present in the National Assembly and participate in a physical vote on the contentious bill.
“Today, we have the Finance Bill 2026 before the National Assembly. I have directed Members of Parliament aligned to our party to be present in Parliament so that there can be a physical vote, so that Kenyans can know who has voted for the Finance Bill and who has voted against it,” Gachagua said.