Trump's infrastructure splurge would collide with skilled labour crunch in US
Washington
PRESIDENT-ELECT Donald Trump's drive to rebuild US roads, bridges, ports and other public works projects with a US$1 trillion infrastructure investment plan would come as the country faces a shortage of skilled labourers.
Before any dirt can be moved, Mr Trump would have to get approval from Congress. But with Democratic support and a push from business groups, there is some optimism that Mr Trump could win over sceptical Republicans who control Congress, if the plan does not add significantly to federal debt.
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