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White House Hints Trump Might Consider Medal of Freedom for ‘Big Balls’ After D.C. Assault

Karoline Leavitt’s response reflected the administration’s effort to federalize D.C. law enforcement despite local crime figures showing a decline.

A sign wishes a speedy recovery for former DOGE appointee Edward Coristine, known by his nickname 'Big Balls' after he was attacked in carjacking attempt, on the National Grange Building near the White House in Washington D.C., on Thursday August 7, 2025.
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Overview

  • At Tuesday’s briefing, conservative influencer Benny Johnson invoked the White House “new media” seat to ask if President Trump would award Edward “Big Balls” Coristine the Presidential Medal of Freedom after his late-night intervention in a Logan Circle carjacking.
  • Press secretary Karoline Leavitt said she has not yet spoken to the president about the honor but suggested “perhaps it’s something he would consider” and promised to follow up.
  • Earlier this week, President Trump announced plans to assume temporary control of the Metropolitan Police Department, activate the National Guard, and deploy federal law enforcement to Washington, D.C., citing rising urban crime concerns.
  • The proposal drew widespread ridicule on social media, where critics labeled the moment a “clown show” and questioned the suitability of bestowing the nation’s highest civilian honor for a single act.
  • Metropolitan Police Department data show violent crime in Washington has declined since 2023, prompting critics to argue that the administration’s narrative overstates local safety risks.