Silver Spring, Maryland.

Last evening I spent time in open and honest conversation with Kenyans living and working in this part of the United States. It was not a formal meeting but a real exchange. We spoke about home, about the direction of our country, and about the responsibility of leadership in this moment of our history.

I made it clear that I will be on the ballot in 2027. That decision is anchored in service, experience, and a lifelong commitment to the people of Kenya. My public record speaks for itself.

But leadership is not only measured by policies. It is measured by conscience. It is measured by how a government treats its people, especially the young. The most important thing I can say with clarity is this. I have never presided over the killing of our children. I have never sanctioned abductions. I have never stood before cameras to brand young Kenyans as criminals or terrorists for exercising rights guaranteed by the Constitution. The duty of leadership is to protect life, to respect the voice of citizens, and to lead with restraint and humanity.

The conversation in Silver Spring was thoughtful and deeply encouraging. Our diaspora remains attentive, informed, and invested in the future of our nation. Together we look ahead to a Kenya that restores dignity in leadership, protects its citizens, and builds a future worthy of the sacrifices of its people.

I was accompanied by Deputy Minority Leader of the National Assembly and Kathiani MP Hon. Robert Mbui and Makueni County Senator Hon. Dan Maanzo.

Together we shall Komboa Kenya