HOUSE PASSES BILL TO AVERT THREAT OF A SHUTDOWN.

The New York Times article discusses the House passing a bill to avert a shutdown, focusing on the impact of insurers dropping coverage for weight loss drugs and homeowners due to climate risks. The article also highlights the spending rift within the GOP, with President-elect Trump facing resistance from House Republicans on raising the debt limit. The House ultimately passed a funding bill to avert a shutdown, but the Senate vote was pending. The article emphasizes the challenges faced by Republicans in navigating their narrow majority and achieving their policy agenda. [Extracted from the article]