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Trump Wants To Revamp Dulles

President Trump plans to rebuild Dulles International Airport because "it’s a terrible airport," and said his administration has an "amazing" plan for it. At the same time, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy is working to repair the airports “people movers” after two crashed last month. [WTOP]

VA Bill Would Ban Masks For Law Enforcement

New legislation introduced by Del. Michael Jones (D-VA) could ban law enforcement officers from wearing masks on the job. The hope is to help increase transparency around police efforts and gain public trust. [WTOP]

New Community Hub Comes To H Street

H Street NE will get a new urban mall next year, which the creators liken to Shaw's Blagden Alley. The site, called Nesso Plaza, hopes to include a variety of small businesses including restaurants, bakeries, food, retail, and services. [Axios]

Commanders Appear On HBO

Catch the Commanders on this season of HBO's football docuseries, "Hard Knocks,” which premiered yesterday. [Axios]

• In other odd sports news, Washington Wizards forward Corey Kispert is launching a coffee brand called Bitter Truth Coffee, which will be available in January. [Washingtonian]

Head of VA GOP Steps Down

Sen. Mark Peake (R-Lynchburg) is stepping down at the end of the year after eight months as chairman of Virginia’s Republican Party. His resignation follows heavy losses for the party in the November statewide elections. [Washington Post 🔒]

DC's Best New Restaurants and Bars

Restaurant openings are slowing down as we approach the holidays, but there are still some gems, including an already beloved neighborhood bar, a build your own pasta joint, and the return of Compass Rose’s legendary khachapuri.

Eebee’s (Shaw)

There is nothing more comforting than a classic neighborhood joint, and Eebee’s does this really, really well. Cozy leather booths, classic cocktails, and an eight-ounce cheeseburger that can compete with D.C.’s best. “I want to be [Shaw’s] ‘Cheers,’” said owner Emily Brown.

Sook (14th St. Corridor)

When Compass Rose closed back in May, I was inconsolable. But restaurateur Rose Previte is back with a new cafe concept in the same space. Previte says Sook is a “more grown-up version of Compass Rose,” where people can hang out, work, or grab coffee and breakfast. And most importantly, khachapuri is back on the menu. Currently only open for breakfast and lunch.

Pop's Bagels (Mt. Pleasant)

Call Your Mother finally has some competition. This bagel joint just opened its second location in Mt. Pleasant beside La Tejana. (Sadly, it hasn’t made a dent in breakfast taco spots’ weekend lines.) Definitely go for one of their breakfast sandwiches, they are generous with the lox.

Juneberry Garage (Takoma)

The owners of Midlands and Ivy and Coney just opened this new retro tavern inside an old Walter Reed mechanic shop. Big garage doors open onto a lawn where the menu includes Chicago-style tavern pizzas, halfsmokes, hot toddy's, and homemade soda.

Ingle Korean Steakhouse (14th St. Corridor)

This high-end Korean barbecue restaurant is opening their second location, this time in D.C. at the former Nama Ko space. The D.C. location, which will be overseen by James Jang of Donbury, will focus on prix-fixe menus and specialty cuts from American wagyu farms. Besides beef, the menu also has a variety of traditional Korean dishes like doenjang jjigae, chilled buckwheat noodles, and octopus salad.

Gigi’s Pasta (Foggy Bottom)

Build-your-own pasta bowls? Say less. This new stall in Western Market specializes in made-to-order pasta with shapes I’ve never heard of and sauces from pesto to arrabbiata. Throw in a cannoli and a bottled Aperol spritz and you’ve got yourself a perfect evening.

Live-K Karaoke (National Harbor)

D.C. is getting another karaoke bar (never enough, if you ask me). Live-K is opening its second location in National Harbor with 24 futuristic private karaoke rooms, family entertainment, and even weekend brunch. Some of the rooms can host up to 40 people, essentially your own private club.

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