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Kamala Harris breaks three records on first day as US Vice President

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  In her new role as 49th Vice President of the United States, Kamala D. Harris set three records as the  first South Asian American Vice President of the USA ,  first Black  V ice  P resident of the USA , and  first female Vice President of the USA .   During the inauguration ceremony on Wednesday 20 January, Harris proudly took her oath of office to carry out the responsibilities of Vice President of the country. By her side were husband, Douglas Emhoff, two stepchildren, Ella and Cole Emhoff, and her immediate family.   Harris' role now includes duties such as breaking tie votes as President of the US Senate, becoming a top advisor, and carrying out assignments provided by the President, as well as assuming the Presidency should the current President not be able to fulfil their responsibilities, and much more.   Though she is no stranger to the country’s legislative process.   Prior to becoming Madam Vice President, she served as a United States Senator, representing her home st