Virginia's governor and legislature face questions of credibility after the collapse of a proposed $2 billion sports and entertainment district, which aimed to lure the Washington Capitals and Washington Wizards to Virginia. The governor blames Democratic leaders for partisan politics and special interests, while Democratic leaders blame the governor for not including the legislature early in the process. The teams' owner, Ted Leonsis, attributed the decision to stay in Washington to the respect shown by D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser. Timing and the involvement of new legislative leadership also played a role in the project's failure.