A shocking assault and carjacking involving a former Department of Government Ethics (DOGE) staffer known by the nickname “Big Balls” has triggered renewed debate over rising crime in Washington, D.C. and former President Donald Trump’s calls to take control of the city’s law enforcement. The Big Balls carjack assault incident not only caused outrage but also became the latest fuel for Trump’s proposed federal crackdown in the U.S. capital.
“Big Balls” is the nickname of an ex-DOGE staffer whose real name is being withheld for privacy and safety concerns. Known among political insiders for his flamboyant persona, bold opinions, and controversial memes, Big Balls had become somewhat of an underground internet personality before leaving the DOGE in early 2024.
Although he stepped away from government service, his social media following remained strong. His unexpected appearance as the victim in a violent crime case in the heart of D.C. sent shockwaves through both political and digital communities.
On the evening of August 2, 2025, Big Balls was leaving a downtown Washington, D.C. cafe when he was violently assaulted by two unidentified suspects. According to initial police reports and surveillance footage, the attackers approached him at gunpoint, struck him, and stole his black Range Rover.
Bystanders reported hearing shouting and a scuffle before seeing the car speed off. While Big Balls sustained non-life-threatening injuries, the incident quickly gained national attention — not just because of who the victim was, but because of where and how it happened.
The area in question, near 14th and U Street NW, has seen a rise in armed robberies and carjackings over the past year. While D.C. officials have promised increased patrols and surveillance, the incident highlighted what many perceive as a lack of law and order in the nation’s capital.
It didn’t take long for former President Donald Trump to seize on the Big Balls carjack assault as an example of what he calls “total collapse of safety in our federal capital.”
In a Truth Social post the following morning, Trump wrote:
“When even ex-government officials like ‘Big Balls’ are getting carjacked in broad daylight, it’s time for the federal government to take back control of Washington, D.C. Crime is OUT OF CONTROL. If Joe Biden won’t fix it, I will.”
Trump followed this statement with an appearance at a press event in Florida where he laid out a controversial plan to federalize policing in D.C., if elected in 2024. He called for the removal of local jurisdiction and the establishment of a federal task force to directly manage law enforcement in the capital.
Trump’s proposed plan involves removing or significantly limiting the powers of the D.C. local government to manage its police force. Here’s what he proposes:
Key Elements of the Federalization Plan:
While Trump’s plan has been criticized by D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser and civil rights groups, some lawmakers — particularly Republicans — support the idea of federal oversight amid increasing crime rates.
For many D.C. residents, the Big Balls carjack assault was just one more example in a growing list of violent incidents. Data shows that:
Local residents have expressed frustration over what they perceive as slow police response times, lack of visible enforcement, and poor coordination among local authorities.
One U Street resident, Melissa Raymond, said:
“It’s scary. You think the capital city should be the safest place in the country, but it feels more dangerous than ever.”
Others, however, are wary of federal intervention.
Civil rights activist Jamal Greene stated:
“Using the Big Balls carjack assault as political bait is shameful. Trump wants to control D.C. not for safety but for power. The answer isn’t more federal boots on the ground — it’s smart policy and community investment.”
Given the victim’s infamous nickname and online presence, the incident quickly went viral. Memes, hashtags like #JusticeForBigBalls, and debates flooded platforms like X (formerly Twitter), Reddit, and TikTok.
Some users mocked the situation, while others saw it as a serious sign of deteriorating urban safety.
One TikTok video with over 1.5 million views breaks down the assault footage and speculates on the suspects’ escape route. Another trending post claims Big Balls was targeted because of his anti-establishment views — though no evidence currently supports this.
Political analysts agree that the Big Balls carjack assault plays into a broader narrative Republicans have been pushing for years — that Democratic-run cities are experiencing a crime wave due to progressive criminal justice policies.
Fox News, Newsmax, and other conservative media outlets have run segments with headlines like:
This feeds into Trump’s 2024 campaign messaging, which heavily focuses on law and order, border security, and restoring “American strength.”
Meanwhile, Democratic leaders urge caution, calling the former president’s proposal unconstitutional and reactionary.
Experts say Trump’s plan to federalize D.C. policing faces major legal hurdles. While the Constitution gives Congress authority over the capital, any full federal takeover of local law enforcement would be unprecedented.
Constitutional scholar Andrew Schilling notes:
“Trump’s plan would likely trigger lawsuits on federal overreach. It would set a dangerous precedent, one where the federal government could step into any city under the guise of rising crime.”
Additionally, the D.C. Home Rule Act gives the local government authority over many internal matters. Any move to revoke that authority would require congressional approval and would undoubtedly face backlash.
As of now, Big Balls is recovering and has posted a short video on Instagram, thanking his followers for support and encouraging them to “stay safe out there.” He didn’t mention Trump’s name or the political uproar surrounding his assault, but simply said:
“Let’s not let fear run our streets. Be smart. Be aware. Be loud.”
The suspects involved remain at large, and the D.C. Metropolitan Police Department is urging anyone with information to come forward. The case is under active investigation.
The Big Balls carjack assault may seem like just another violent crime in an American city, but it has quickly become something bigger — a symbol of public frustration, political tension, and the fight over who should control the safety of the nation’s capital.
Whether this incident will become a turning point for policy or just another flash in the media cycle remains to be seen. But one thing is certain: the streets of D.C. are in the spotlight, and the debate over crime and control is far from over.
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