President Trump's deployment of National Guard troops and federal agents in Washington, D.C., has sparked mixed reactions among residents. Some see the action as a necessary response to crime, which includes seven homicides and 166 robberies reported in Ward 1 this year. However, others feel that the characterization of D.C. as dangerous does not reflect their experiences. Statistics indicate a 30-year low in violent crime across the District and a nearly 30 percent decrease in Ward 1 compared to last year. Concerns remain about safety, particularly in neighborhoods facing heightened poverty.
"I've lived in cities my whole life, and I don't think D.C. is more dangerous than other cities. I think this summer actually has been ... calmer than other summers."
"Violent crime in Ward 1 is down nearly 30 percent this year so far over the same period last year, according to police."
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