Virginia Senate Democrats are considering suing Senate Republicans after the GOP lawmakers claimed they have outright control of the Senate even though both parties control 20 of the 40 seats.

At issue is whether Republican Lt. Gov. Bill Bolling, who presides over the Senate, has the authority to break all tie votes, including matters related to committee organization. Following the Nov. 8 elections, in which the GOP gained two Senate seats to force the tie, Bolling adamantly stated that Republicans would rule the chamber as if they have a majority.