DOGE staffer linked to KGB spy raises security concerns in U.S. State Department

A staff member at DOGE, known as "Big Balls," has been identified as Edward Coristine, the grandson of a former KGB spy. His grandfather, Valery Martynov, was a Soviet undercover agent who later provided secrets to the U.S. after being compromised. Coristine, 19, previously worked in cybersecurity and was recently appointed as a senior adviser in the State Department's Bureau of Diplomatic Technology. This position gives him access to sensitive data related to U.S. diplomatic operations. Concerns have been raised about his background and access to classified information, as he reportedly did not undergo a thorough background check. This situation highlights potential security issues within the agency.