Marshals‑Service Nominee Pledges to Follow Court Orders, Prioritizes Judicial Security amid Deputation Concerns

Gatti Seralta, President Trump’s nominee to be director of the United States Marshals Service, told the Senate Judiciary Committee he would keep judicial security and fugitive operations central to the agency’s mission and would “obey, enforce, and execute all lawful orders of the federal courts.” The pledge came amid senators’ questions about reports that the Marshals Service deputized private security guards linked to a high‑profile private individual and about whether the agency is being asked to reduce staff or redirect duties.

Sen. Richard J. Durbin opened with a broad concern about recent Justice Department actions and reports that marshals were diverted from core duties, saying judges of both parties fear a reduction in protection. Durbin urged Seralta to commit…