# How Congress Flies: Secret Rooms, VIP Perks, and Trump's Dulles Dreams

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Podcast: [City Cast DC](https://stenobird.com/podcast/city-cast-dc-5592992)
Published: 2026-04-27T07:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

You probably had a sense that members of Congress got some special goodies at National airport. But what are they? We asked Gary Leff, the legendary travel blogger who lived in the DMV for years. Gary spilled some beans, but also talked through how us regular folks could get the same VIP treatment, the Dulles renovation, and the secret luxury room hidden inside DCA. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can text us or leave a voicemail at: (202) 642-2654. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $10 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this April 27th episode: Capitol Hill Restoration Society Nace Law Group LIV Golf St. Ann's Center for Children, Youth & Families Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.

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