For the District’s government, 2013 began much like 2012 did: The mayor’s campaign is under federal investigation, and lawmakers are the subjects of legal scrutiny.

“It definitely impacts the functioning of our government,” said Ward 6 D.C. Councilman Tommy Wells. “You’ve got to have an effective, strong government that people have confidence in for any city to be successful, so this will eventually create a bigger drag.”

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