The Washington region could be headed for a mini-recession if the federal government follows through on its threats to severely slash spending next year, a noted economist said Wednesday.

Already, the region’s growth rate — which outpaced other cities’ during the 2009 recession — has suffered thanks to its heavy reliance on Uncle Sam.

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