Kamala Harris ties record for most vice presidential tiebreaking votes in Senate

Kamala Harris matched the previous record of 31 tiebreaking votes set by John C. Calhoun from 1825 to 1832.
Harris reached the record of 31 tiebreaking votes in just 2 1/2 years, reflecting the polarized political climate and narrowly divided Senate.
Her tiebreaking votes helped advance nominations and pass major legislation including the American Rescue Plan and Inflation Reduction Act.
As vice president, Harris has the authority to break ties on the Senate floor as part of her constitutional duties.
Harris sees the tiebreaking votes as an opportunity to associate herself with the accomplishments of the Biden administration.