Core Viewpoint - The Trump administration is taking measures to address homelessness and violent crime in Washington, D.C., including potential fines or imprisonment for homeless individuals who refuse assistance [1][3]. Group 1: Government Actions - The White House announced that homeless individuals in Washington, D.C., may face fines or imprisonment if they do not cooperate with government efforts to combat violent crime [1][3]. - The federal government has cleared 70 homeless encampments in federal parks since March and plans to clear remaining sites [3]. - President Trump deployed 800 National Guard soldiers to Washington, D.C., to assist in policing efforts and announced a federal takeover of the local police department [3][4]. Group 2: Political Reactions - Democratic leaders and civil rights groups criticized the federal government's actions as "political theater" and unnecessary, arguing that crime rates in Washington, D.C., have decreased to historic lows [2][5]. - D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser expressed initial concern over the federal intervention but later indicated a willingness to cooperate with federal officials overseeing law enforcement [4]. Group 3: Public Sentiment - Some residents of Washington, D.C., are skeptical about the necessity of deploying National Guard troops, noting that crime rates are already low [6]. - There is a general concern among homeless assistance organizations about the potential consequences of the federal government's actions, urging homeless individuals to seek shelter for their safety [5].