McConnell says there’s a ‘great chance’ for bipartisan infrastructure deal

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Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell said there is a “great chance” Republicans and Democrats can reach an agreement on an infrastructure bill after President Joe Biden has pushed for a new round of spending.

The Kentucky Republican met with Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, and House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy on Wednesday to discuss a long-awaited infrastructure package. McConnell said he was firm with the Democratic leaders on refusing to budge on tax increases.

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