The House has approved legislation to block a nationwide rail strike that could deal a major blow to the economy. The chamber passed the resolution in a 290-137 vote, sending it to the Senate for consideration ahead of the December 9th strike deadline. The agreement passed by lawmakers was negotiated by two of the largest rail unions in September with help from the Biden administration. President Biden on Monday called on Congress to force a deal through, saying a strike would have disastrous consequences on the U.S. economy.