A vicious attack in Washington, D.C., has left a former Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) worker bloodied, with two teenagers now in custody. The incident, unfolding in the early hours of Sunday, has reignited debates over crime in the nation’s capital.
According to Fox News, the assault on Edward Coristine, nicknamed "Big Balls," occurred around 3:00 a.m. in Logan Circle during an attempted carjacking. Coristine was with a woman, identified as his significant other, when a group of teens targeted them.
Police arrested a 15-year-old boy and a 15-year-old girl from Hyattsville, Maryland, charging them with unarmed carjacking. The investigation continues, as authorities note several suspects remain at large.
Coristine, a visible figure from President Donald Trump’s DOGE initiative, reportedly acted to protect the woman by pushing her into the vehicle for safety. He then turned to face the group of attackers, only to be overwhelmed by several of them.
Officers patrolling nearby intervened, causing the teens to scatter on foot. A photo shared by Trump on Truth Social showed Coristine bloodied from the ordeal, a stark image of the violence.
The incident has drawn sharp attention to the state of safety in D.C., with Coristine’s bravery in defending his companion overshadowed by the sheer brutality he endured. It’s a grim reminder of the risks faced even in well-known neighborhoods like Logan Circle.
President Trump didn’t hold back, threatening to federalize Washington, D.C., if local leaders fail to curb the violence. He wrote on Truth Social, "If this continues, I am going to exert my powers, and FEDERALIZE this City. MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN!"
That’s a bold stance, and it cuts to the heart of a city struggling with youth crime and a perceived lack of consequences. When criminals, as Trump noted, "are not afraid" of police because "nothing ever happens to them," you’ve got a system begging for a shake-up.
Former DOGE head Elon Musk also chimed in on X, praising Coristine’s actions: "A @Doge team member saw what was happening, ran to defend her and was severely beaten to the point of concussion, but he saved her." Heroism like that deserves recognition, yet it’s a sad state when defending someone comes at such a personal cost.
Trump’s frustration is palpable as he calls for D.C. to be "safe, clean, and beautiful" for Americans and the world to see. He’s pushing for local minors and gang members over 14 to be prosecuted as adults, a policy shift that could send a strong message.
Let’s be clear: coddling violent behavior under the guise of juvenile leniency isn’t compassion, it’s negligence. If the city can’t protect its citizens, federal control might be the only way to restore order.
Musk’s account of a dozen young men targeting a woman at night paints a chilling picture of lawlessness. It’s not just about one attack; it’s about a pattern that leaves everyone vulnerable.
The arrest of two teens is a start, but with multiple suspects still out there, the story is far from over. Coristine’s courage in the face of danger stands as a testament to individual grit amid systemic failure.
Washington, D.C., is the face of our nation, yet it’s marred by violence that local policies seem ill-equipped to handle. Trump’s warning of federal intervention isn’t just rhetoric; it’s a demand for accountability that many feel is long overdue.
This attack on a man who stepped up to protect another should be a wake-up call. If the city doesn’t act swiftly, the federal hammer may fall, and perhaps that’s the jolt needed to prioritize safety over excuses.
