Eleanor Hayes — Nepenthes Journal

Eleanor Hayes covers legislatures, courts and elections. She has reported on national politics for more than fifteen years and specialises in the mechanics of how laws are actually made.

Stories by Eleanor Hayes

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Politics

Senate Passes Sweeping Infrastructure Bill After Months of Debate

After protracted negotiations, lawmakers approved a $1.2 trillion package targeting roads, broadband and the power grid.

Eleanor Hayes May 22, 2026