U.S. President Joe Biden said he would urge his Cabinet on Friday to ensure that funding in a $1 trillion infrastructure bill and a separate $1.75 trillion social and climate measure still working its way through Congress were used wisely.
Biden said he would name a coordinator next week to oversee the infrastructure funding, in a role similar to one he held under former President Barack Obama that earned him the nickname "Sheriff Joe."
"One of our biggest responsibilities is to make sure the money is used efficiently and effectively," he said. "If we do it right ... we'll create millions of new jobs and grow the economy."Sign up for our newsletter Subscribe for our daily curated newsletter to receive the latest exclusive Reuters coverage delivered to your inbox.
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