Karoline Leavitt won't rule out Medal of Freedom for ex-DOGE staffer 'Big Balls'
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt speaks to reporters during a briefing in Washington, D.C., U.S., August 12, 2025. REUTERS/Kevin Lamarque
August 12, 2025
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt suggested that awarding the Presidential Medal of Freedom to a former Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) staffer known as "Big Balls" is something President Donald Trump "would consider."
During Tuesday's White House briefing, MAGA influencer Benny Johnson noted that Trump initiated a federal takeover of policing in Washington, D.C. after Edward Coristine — better known as "Big Balls" — was assaulted in an attempted carjacking.
"Given the heroic actions of a member of this administration, just a few blocks from this building, will the president consider giving the Presidential Medal of Freedom to Big Balls?" Johnson asked.
"I haven't spoken to him about that, but perhaps it's something he would consider," Leavitt replied. "I'll ask him and get back to you."
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