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Vice President Kamala Harris has made history by breaking the record for the most tiebreaking votes in the U.S. Senate, with a total of 32. This surpasses the previous record held by John C. Calhoun. Harris's tiebreaking votes have had significant impacts, including on the COVID stimulus package and the confirmation of nominees. Her role highlights the power and influence she holds in a polarized Senate.
Vice President Kamala Harris has cast her 32nd tiebreaking vote in the Senate, setting a new record for the most deciding votes by a vice president. This surpasses the previous record set by John C. Calhoun in 1832. Harris's tiebreaking votes have been crucial in advancing key legislation and confirming federal judges. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer presented Harris with a golden gavel to commemorate the milestone.
Vice President Kamala Harris matched the record for most tiebreaking votes in the U.S. Senate, casting her 31st tiebreaker vote to advance the nomination of Kalpana Kotagal to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. The only other vice president to cast as many tiebreakers was John C. Calhoun. Harris expressed that there is still much work to be done and hopes to not be the last to achieve such milestones.