A former DOGE staffer known as “Big Balls” may be awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom following a carjacking in Washington D.C. The White House is considering the honor after President Trump shared a photo of the victim on social media and the issue was raised during a White House briefing. Coristine, who previously worked with Elon Musk to slash the federal government, was assaulted in Dupont Circle, leading to arrests of two teenagers. This move has been viewed by critics as political theater, especially given the large number of law enforcement personnel deployed versus the few arrests made.
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Edward Coristine, a 19-year-old “senior advisor” to the US State Department and Department of Homeland Security, is under scrutiny due to his controversial past and family history. A new report reveals Coristine, who boasts the nickname “Big Balls,” is the grandson of a KGB officer executed as a double agent. His past includes being fired from a cybersecurity internship for alleged information leaks and connections to cybercrime communities. This lineage and his current position raise concerns about national security given his access to sensitive information.
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Seventeen-year-old Edward Coristine, later hired by Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), faced accusations of leaking proprietary information during a cybersecurity internship. Despite concerns from executives, his employer allowed him to continue, albeit with restricted access. Now nineteen, Coristine holds a senior advisor role within DOGE, prompting concerns regarding his suitability given his age and past actions. These concerns are amplified by DOGE’s access to highly sensitive government data and lack of transparency regarding its personnel vetting procedures.
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