The outspoken 59-year-old deputy, also known as "Riggy G" and seen as a loose cannon in Nairobi politics, has been at odds with his boss President William Ruto for months.
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has urged MPs to reject the impeachment motion against him, calling it politically motivated and lacking the necessary grounds for removal.
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Kenyan lawmakers on Tuesday voted to impeach Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua for abuse of office in an unprecedented political drama that has transfixed the nation.