Edward Coristine, a prominent young staff member of the Trump administration’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), has officially left his position. Known for his nickname “Big Balls” and his youth—he was just 19—Coristine’s tenure drew attention not only for his age but also for his controversial past, including a prior internship termination due to leaking information at a cybersecurity firm. He had become a symbol of the administration’s perceived recklessness, particularly among critics who pointed to his lack of experience as a liability in efforts to reduce government spending.
Coristine announced his departure via an account on X, where he confirmed he was “officially out” and thanked those who reached out to him, humorously suggesting future pursuits in cryptocurrency scams. His comments hinted at dissatisfaction with government bureaucracy—specifically, he previously criticized a lack of accountability in federal spending.
His exit is part of a broader trend of departures from DOGE, which also saw tech entrepreneur Elon Musk and several high-profile aides leave in recent months. While Coristine recently transitioned to the General Services Administration and had been involved with the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, the exact reasons for his departure and future plans remain unclear. Nonetheless, his exit continues to heighten scrutiny surrounding DOGE, reflecting internal challenges within the Trump administration as it attempts to implement its agenda. Coristine did not respond to requests for further comment, leaving questions about his career trajectory and the implications of his criticisms of federal processes.
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