Gachagua Opens DCP Party Office in Seattle, USA

Former Deputy President establishes first satellite office in North America during US tour

Seattle, Washington — Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has officially launched the first satellite office of his Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) in Seattle, Washington, marking a significant milestone in his political party’s expansion into the diaspora.

The office, designated as the North Pacific Chapter Satellite Office, was inaugurated on Monday, July 14, 2025, during Gachagua’s ongoing two-month tour of the United States.

The launch comes just a week after the DCP leader officially launched his party in Kenya on July 7, 2025.

“DCP Party is now expanding its presence with our very first satellite office in Seattle. DCP Party Leader Rigathi Gachagua officially inaugurated the North Pacific Chapter Satellite Office, marking a new milestone in our journey to connect and serve Kenyans across the region,” Gachagua announced in a statement.

The Seattle office will serve as a hub for Kenyans living in the greater Northwest Pacific region of North America, reflecting the party’s commitment to engaging with the diaspora community.

This strategic move positions the DCP as one of the few Kenyan political parties to establish a formal presence in the United States.

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua launching the North Pacific Chapter Satellite Office in the US at Seattle, Washington on July 14, 2025/ RIGATHI GACHAGUA/X

“This new office will strengthen our efforts, foster greater engagement, and bring our initiatives closer to the people of Seattle and the surrounding areas. Together, we are building a stronger, more inclusive future,” Gachagua stated during the launch.

The former Deputy President’s presence in Seattle has been marked by extensive engagement with the Kenyan diaspora community.

He arrived in the city on Thursday, July 10, 2025, at approximately 3:40 PM local time, receiving a warm welcome at SeaTac International Airport from members of the Kenyan community.

The office launch occurs against the backdrop of ongoing political tensions in Kenya and Gachagua’s efforts to position himself as a viable opposition leader ahead of the 2027 elections.

During his Seattle engagements, Gachagua has been vocal about his criticism of President William Ruto’s administration, particularly regarding what he terms “state-backed violence.”

In a significant development, Gachagua revealed that the United Opposition is compiling evidence of alleged state-backed violence to present to the International Criminal Court (ICC).

Speaking during an engagement session with Kenyans in Seattle on Friday, July 11, 2025, he indicated that this evidence would enable opposition leaders to take the current regime to the international court.

“We are collecting evidence to be able to take these people to the International Criminal Court (ICC). We are documenting everything and will present it to the ICC,” Gachagua disclosed to the Seattle audience.

The former Deputy President’s visit has included significant cultural elements, including participating in the first edition of Ngemi Cia Ruraya on July 12, 2025.

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua makes his speech at a Kenyan music festival in Seattle, US/RIGATHI GACHAGUA/X

The event, held at Saghalie Middle School, brought together hundreds of Kenyans for what organizers described as “a vibrant night of culture, unity, and civic reflection.”

The gathering featured performances by celebrated mugithi star Samidoh and attracted members of the Kikuyu diaspora from across the United States. Gachagua was accompanied by his wife, Pastor Dorcas Rigathi, and People’s Liberation Party leader Martha Karua, demonstrating the collaborative nature of his opposition efforts.

The establishment of the Seattle office represents both an opportunity and a challenge for Gachagua’s political ambitions.

While it provides a platform for engaging with the influential Kenyan diaspora, it also comes at a time when his party faces significant challenges in Kenya.

The DCP’s official launch in Kenya faced several obstacles, including the cancellation of the initially planned venue at Kasarani Indoor Arena.

This led Gachagua to relocate the party launch to the Maasai region, where he successfully held the event on July 7, 2025.

The Seattle office launch is expected to be the first of several satellite offices that the DCP plans to establish across the United States during Gachagua’s two-month tour.

This expansion strategy aligns with the party’s broader goal of mobilizing support among Kenyans living abroad, who represent a significant voting bloc and source of remittances to Kenya.

The former Deputy President’s tour is scheduled to include visits to various states across the United States, where he will address Kenyan communities about the state of the nation and his political vision for Kenya’s future.

As Gachagua continues his American tour, the success of the Seattle office will likely serve as a template for future diaspora engagement efforts and could influence how other Kenyan political parties approach international expansion in the lead-up to the 2027 elections.