Democrats try to force President Donald Trump to leave the White House before January 20, 2021. (Photo: STRAITS TIMES)

The resolution, which calls upon Pence to mobilize the Cabinet to activate the 25th Amendment to remove the president from office, was voted by 223 to 205 votes.

House Democrats plan to vote Wednesday to impeach President Donald Trump, one week after rioters incited by Trump overran Capitol police and breached some of the most secure areas of the landmark building.