U.S. Marshals grant federal powers to Elon Musk’s security despite training gaps

On 2026-04-09, senior U.S. Marshals Service officials approved exceptions to standard deputation requirements for some of Elon Musk’s armed security guards. The waivers granted federal credentials despite gaps in formal law enforcement training and prior experience. The action was reported from Washington, DC based on FOIA-obtained documents and emails.