A group of pro-government legislators strongly condemned the violence and destruction witnessed during the June 25 protest anniversary, blaming political interference, incitement, and a weakened police force for the chaos that killed several people and destroyed property.

Speaking a day after the nationwide demonstrations, Kimilili MP Didmus Barasa criticized court-imposed restrictions on police use of force, claiming they left officers powerless in the face of unrest.

"Yesterday we watched as goons destroyed property while police stood helplessly because they've been gagged by the courts. The guns they carry are now just toys. An African police officer is feared because of his ability to use his weapon — once you gag that officer, you endanger his life too," said Barasa.

He went on to demand the arrest of Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, accusing him of openly encouraging young people to take to the streets. “The law must be applied equitably,” he said.

Rongo MP Mark Nyamita echoed Barasa's sentiments, warning that politicians had infiltrated Gen Z-led protests, turning what had begun as a youth-driven movement into a politically charged one.

"We don’t know why we’ve allowed the political class to infiltrate the Gen Z demos. Will we have another anniversary next year now that more people have died? We have a country to protect," said Nyamita.

He urged protestors to seek change through the ballot in 2027, rather than threatening to storm institutions like State House.

"Those with different views from the Ruto administration must wait for 2027. This idea of marching to State House is unacceptable."

Migori Woman Representative Fatuma Zainab called the protests “a thinly veiled attempt to overthrow the government.” She warned that such acts bordered on subversion and should not be tolerated.

Nyaribari Chache MP Japheth Nyakundi appealed for calm among the youth, urging them not to allow their legitimate grievances to be hijacked by opportunistic actors.

"Let us mourn in peace. If we’ve wronged the youth in any way, we are ready to sit and talk. But burning the country will hurt even the Gen Zs themselves," he said.

Nyakundi also called for political patience, urging Kenyans to give President Ruto time to deliver on his mandate and wait for the 2027 elections to seek change if dissatisfied.

Elgeyo Marakwet Woman Representative Lillian Syioi questioned the silence of civil society organisations amid widespread destruction of private property during the protests.

"Where are the human rights defenders when business owners lose everything? Where is justice for the police? These days every arrest is labelled an abduction, yet police officers' lives are also in danger."

Emurua Dikirr MP Johanna Ngeno joined the call for national unity, saying the country risks disintegration if protests continue unchecked.

"What happened yesterday could break this nation. We understand the frustrations Kenyans are facing, but there are better ways to address them," said Ngeno.

He urged protestors to use the democratic process rather than pushing for regime change outside constitutional means.

"We have elections where the people decide. Let’s wait for 2027. Overthrowing a government in between elections is unacceptable," he said.