As the 2024 election approaches its final stretch, both former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris are making their last pushes to secure votes in key battleground states. With just days remaining before voters head to the polls, both candidates are focusing on energizing their bases and making final appeals to undecided voters

Trump has spent the final days of the campaign rallying in states like Florida, Pennsylvania, Michigan, and Ohio—states that were pivotal in the 2016 election and where his campaign sees a path to victory in 2024. His message centers on economic concerns, law and order, and a return to the “America First” policies that defined his first term. He has also continued to focus on attacking President Joe Biden’s handling of the economy, immigration, and foreign policy, while presenting himself as the antidote to what he describes as a “failed” administration.

Vice President Kamala Harris, as part of the Biden campaign, is leading efforts to shore up support among key demographic groups, including women, Black voters, and younger Americans. Harris has made stops in diverse urban centers, aiming to emphasize the administration’s progress on issues like healthcare, climate change, and social justice.

Final Stretch:

In these last days, both candidates are leaning heavily on their political surrogates, while campaigns and outside groups intensify their get-out-the-vote efforts. With high-stakes races in swing states like Arizona, Georgia, and Nevada, both sides are flooding the airwaves with ads and making personal appeals to voters.

As Election Day looms, both campaigns are hoping that their respective messages resonate with the electorate, with turnout being a key factor in determining the outcome of what is expected to be a very close and contentious race.

Rigathi Gachagua’s lawyer has proposed that he should consider forming a strategic alliance with Kalonzo Musyoka to challenge President William Ruto in the 2027 elections.

This recommendation reflects the shifting political landscape in Kenya, where coalition-building has historically been crucial for electoral success. By uniting forces with Musyoka, Gachagua could potentially consolidate support from various voter bases disillusioned with Ruto’s leadership.

“We want to plan ourselves and urge Gachagua to look for other friends we form government in 2027. The incoming government will be under Gachagua and those friends. We cannot forget Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka, whose MPs and senators voted against Gachagua’s impeachment. Gachagua should look for him and form government. We must take Ruto home,” said Njiru.

During a recent public event, President William Ruto and Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki shared a lighthearted moment that brought smiles to the audience.

Ruto, known for his charismatic and playful nature, approached Kindiki and initiated a friendly elbow-bump. In a humorous twist, he urged his colleague to lighten up, saying, “Wewe Si Usmile” (Why don’t you smile?)

Kindiki’s reaction was one of good-natured amusement, and the exchange elicited laughter from those present, showcasing a camaraderie that is often overlooked in the serious world of politics. Ruto’s infectious energy seemed to brighten the atmosphere, and the moment served as a reminder of the importance of humor and friendship in leadership.

Reactions from Kenyans

Evangelist Wambui: “The smile will not last.”

Alfayo Otuke: “Kindiki can’t smile because he knows happiness is the art of never holding in your mind the memory of any unpleasant thing that has passed.”

Mbatha Geoffrey: “A holiday for millions of jobless Kenyans to watch 1 Kenyan who had a job getting another job title.”

Prof. Kithure Kindiki is set to be sworn in as Kenya’s third Deputy President tomorrow, marking a significant moment in the country’s political history. His appointment follows President William Ruto’s gazettement of a committee tasked with overseeing the transition to the Deputy President’s office.

This event underscores the continuity of governance established by the Constitution of Kenya 2010, which has seen only two predecessors in this role.

President William Ruto has therefore appointed Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi as the Acting Cabinet Secretary for Interior, effective October 31, 2024. This appointment comes as a significant move within the administration, allowing Mudavadi to take on crucial responsibilities in the Interior Ministry while maintaining his position as the Cabinet Secretary for Foreign Affairs.