After weeks of negotiations, Senate Majority Leader Charles Schumer (D-NY) and Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) have come to terms on how to run a 50-50 Senate, The Hill reports.
The agreement will allow Senate Democrats to take control of committees, which play a pivotal role in crafting legislation and holding hearings.
Democrats hold the tie-breaking vote with Vice President Harris.


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