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Kamala Harris Makes History with Record-Breaking Senate Tie-Breaker Votes

Vice President Kamala Harris has been awarded a golden gavel to commemorate her record-breaking number of tie-breaking votes in the Senate. Harris surpassed the previous record set by John C. Calhoun and has used her tie-breaking votes to advance the Biden-Harris agenda. The vice president's votes have helped lower costs for American families, create jobs, and provide economic relief for small businesses. Harris received the golden gavel from Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer.

via Fox News|

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Harris Matches Calhoun's Historic Senate Tie-Breaking Record

Vice President Kamala Harris has tied the 191-year-old record set by John C. Calhoun for casting tie-breaking votes in the Senate. Harris's 31st tie-breaker vote came in favor of ending debate on the nomination of Kalpana Kotagal to be a member of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. Her tie-breaking ability has been crucial for Democrats in passing priority legislation, including COVID-19 relief measures. While Harris needs one more vote to break the overall record, she already holds records for most tie-breaking votes in a single day and most votes cast in the first year of a vice presidency.

via Roll Call |

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