Deficits, partisanship could derail infrastructure bill despite wide support
Congressional Democrats and President Donald Trump have signaled support for infrastructure spending in the past, so a big public works bill could be one area of cooperation between the White House and Capitol Hill if the partisan makeup of Congress shifts after the midterm elections. But major provisions of a potential plan, like how to pay for the investment and whether turning to the private sector makes sense as an overall policy, could thwart any legislative efforts.