White House Wants Progress On Infrastructure Deal

The transcript discusses the slow progress in reaching a bipartisan infrastructure deal. Cedric Richmond, a White House adviser, mentions President Biden's willingness to change his tone if no agreement is reached with Republicans. The White House has reduced the infrastructure plan's cost from $2.25 trillion to $1.7 trillion. However, Senator Susan Collins highlights fundamental differences between the parties, with Republicans focusing on traditional infrastructure and Democrats including social programs. Despite these differences, negotiations continue, with Republicans proposing a $568 billion counter offer. The White House aims for significant progress by the week's end.

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