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Harris makes history with 32nd tiebreaker vote in Senate

There was a milestone moment in the U.S. Senate Tuesday with the 300th tie-breaking vote. It was an even bigger moment in history for Vice President Kamala Harris, who has now broken 32 deadlocks, more than any other VP before her. Lisa Desjardins takes a look at Harris’ role in a polarized Senate.

Harris makes history with 32nd tiebreaker vote in Senate

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