Biden hails passage of infrastructure plan as 'monumental step forward'

The final passage of the huge infrastructure deal marks a resounding victory for US President Joe Biden

The final passage of the huge infrastructure deal marks a resounding victory for US President Joe Biden

US President Joe Biden on Saturday hailed congressional passage of his $1.2 trillion infrastructure plan as a "monumental step forward" after months of tough negotiations.

"I don't think it's an exaggeration to suggest that we took a monumental step forward as a nation" with that vote, said Biden, who appeared clearly energized by the resounding congressional victory.