# Social Media Challenge Property Damage Penalties Poll Results
A closed online poll asking whether Congress should establish federal penalties for property damage caused by social media challenges received two responses, with both voters opposing the proposal.
The poll was prompted by the "door kick challenge," a viral trend in which teenagers film themselves kicking holes in strangers' front doors. Law enforcement agencies across multiple states have reported a surge in incidents related to this trend, which results in financial damage to homeowners and raises concerns about trespassing and vandalism.
Supporters of federal legislation argued that social media challenges encouraging property destruction and trespassing warrant congressional intervention. They contended that federal penalties would hold platforms accountable for hosting such content and establish consistent nationwide consequences to deter participation across state lines.
Opponents countered that property damage is already illegal under existing state and local statutes, making federal legislation redundant. They raised concerns that a new federal framework could infringe on local law enforcement's traditional jurisdiction over common crimes like vandalism and trespassing. From this perspective, existing legal mechanisms are sufficient to address the issue without creating overlapping federal authority.
The final tally showed zero votes in favor and two votes against the proposal, representing 100 percent opposition among respondents. The poll remained open from July 26 to July 29, 2026.
This was an unscientific, self-selected online poll and should not be interpreted as representative of broader public opinion on this issue.