Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill: A Political Balancing Act

This chapter explores the complexities of a bipartisan infrastructure bill in the Senate, proposing a $1 trillion budget for critical projects while navigating party politics and strategic interests. Key discussions focus on funding allocations, including those for Amtrak and EV charging stations, and the political dynamics involving influential senators like Joe Manchin and Kyrsten Sinema. Additionally, the chapter highlights the importance of IRS funding and the potential impacts of political obstruction on infrastructure advancements in the U.S.