

Can Big Balls Save America? | Episode 97
13 snips Aug 6, 2025
Miranda Devine, a New York Post writer and host of Pod Force One, dives into intriguing political topics. She discusses President Trump's views on succession, which may ruffle some feathers. The conversation shifts to escalating violence in Washington, D.C., critiquing government responses. Devine also examines the future of the MAGA movement post-Trump and the evolving Republican dynamics ahead of 2024, focusing on the camaraderie among candidates. Lastly, she highlights accountability issues in U.S. politics and the psychological toll on those affected by government scrutiny.
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Big Balls' D.C. Carjacking Heroism
- Edward Corristine, known as Big Balls, heroically defended his girlfriend from a carjacking in D.C. around 3 a.m. despite a violent assault against him.
- Police intervened during the attack, arresting two teens, while others fled, highlighting the city's rising crime problem.
Trump on Tackling D.C. Crime
- Crime in Washington D.C. is out of control with minors committing violent acts, often with no real consequences.
- President Trump calls for treating minors as adults from age 14 for violent crimes to restore safety and order.
Unique D.C. Legal Challenge
- D.C.'s legal structure is unique: U.S. attorneys prosecute all adult crimes, unlike other states.
- A previous U.S. attorney declined to prosecute 70% of arrests, enabling rampant crime and lack of accountability.