The House passed two bills today, checking more items off Congress’ to-do list for this lame duck session. CNN’s Jeff Zeleny breaks down the Respect for Marriage Act and the National Defense Authorization Act and why these were priorities to pass as soon as possible. Plus, lawmakers still have to come up with an agreement to fund the government.

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