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Hands In the Pot, Literally

House Republicans have unveiled a draft budget that would impose a lot of new policy changes on D.C. (despite us having no say, so fun!). The bill would uphold federally-mandated bans on marijuana sales and abortion access assistance, prohibit traffic cameras, enshrine the “right on red” rule that Council voted to eliminate, and more. We cover the implications on today’s City Cast DC episode. [DCist/City Cast DC 🎧]

GW Homeless Shelter Controversy

D.C.’s Department of Human Services wants to turn George Washington University’s Aston Hall into a homeless shelter, triggering some residential backlash. The shelter would be the only one in Ward 2 and the only shelter in the District that would provide private spaces for residents, a key feature for the medically vulnerable. [NBC4]

Dulles People Movers Makeover

Dulles is renovating the iconic, 60-year-old people movers that haul passengers through the airport. The project will cost $16 million and take three years, but if everything goes well, there will be a vote on whether to fix the dozens of others. [DCist]

• Related: Excited about the people movers upgrade? Hear about other oddities that make Dulles special. [City Cast DC 🎧]

Test Tube Nuggets, Yum!

The first ever lab-grown meat has been approved for sale, and it is being tested in D.C. The company, East Just, makes meat by cultivating cells collected from living animals. It will be selling chicken at an undisclosed José Andrés restaurant in D.C soon. So, maybe ask your waiter what test-tube products they have on the menu. [MIT Technology Review]

What To Do

🤣  Family Feud Comedy | Friday | 7:30 p.m.

Watch the comedians compete against each other in a game of Family Feud using your prompts. [$10, Correction: this is in Langdon!]

🎶 Pride Riot | Friday | 11 p.m.

LGBT indie duo Boyish is playing at Songbyrd and will be followed by a Pride party with drag performers and musical guest Saved By The Ick. [Free, Union Market]

👖 Y2K Flea Market | Saturday | 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

This pop-up by Unni’s Closet will have a curated, size-inclusive collection of vintage clothing and home goods for sale. Plus, tooth gems! [Free, Union Market]

🎷 Petworth Jazz | Saturday | 5 - 8 p.m.

Hang with your neighbors at this free jazz concert at the Petworth Rec Center. [Free, Petworth]

🍖 BBQ Battle | Saturday - Sunday | All Day

This two-day ‘90s-themed BBQ festival takes over Pennsylvania Avenue NW with stages and hundreds of food vendors. Tickets include endless BBQ samples. [$20+, Penn Quarter]

☀️ Solstice Saturday | Saturday | 5:30 p.m. - 12 a.m.

The Smithsonians are staying open late with performances and activities to celebrate summer. Don’t miss the immersive techno dance floor at the Arts and Industries Museum. [Free, National Mall]

🎤 Out and About Fest | Saturday - Sunday | 4 p.m. - 12 a.m.

This music festival at Wolf Trap debuts this year with headliner Brandi Carlile. The festival spotlights LGBTQ+ artists and allies. Local band Oh He Dead will be there too. [$75+, Vienna]

• Related: City Cast DC got the inside scoop on this festival and tips for making the most of it.

🇸🇻 El Salvador Festival | Sunday | 12 p.m.

Celebrate Salvadorans' contributions to the District in Lamont Plaza with cultural performances, live music, and local artisans. [Free, Mt. Pleasant]

📻 Twins Revival | Sunday | 5 p.m.

Head to Hook Hall for a night deep diving into jazz and RnB, paying homage to the infamous Twins Jazz Club. [$20, Park View]

🍻 Trees and Beer | Sunday | 1 - 7 p.m.

Celebrate Land Conservation Day at Hellbender Brewing Company with tree tours, music, BBQ, and exclusive beer tastings. [Free, Ft. Totten]

Today on City Cast

Mayoral Office Harassment Scandal, Fresh GOP Meddling, and Swimply

In this week’s roundup, Cuynet Dil from Axios DC and Greater Greater Washington’s Dan Reed chat about the troubling saga of John Falcicchio, the top mayoral aide who abruptly left his job this spring. Plus, House Republicans unveiled a draft budget bill that would change how we drive and regulate cannabis sales. And Montgomery County is up in arms over an app that allows people to rent private pools.