Anthony Alex Chrysanthis was sworn in as the Acting United States Marshal for the Central District of California on October 23, 2026, following his designation by the Attorney General of the United States.
Acting United States Marshal Chrysanthis oversees all United States Marshals Service (USMS) operations in the Central District of California, including federal judicial security, court security, fugitive investigations and apprehension, sex offender and missing child investigations, prisoner operations, asset forfeiture, and service of process.
Acting Marshal Chrysanthis brings 30 years of federal law enforcement experience to the USMS. He has extensive experience in investigations, task-force operations, and leadership. During his career, he has held positions including Special Agent in Charge, Deputy Special Agent in Charge, Assistant Special Agent in Charge, Senior Inspector, and Group Supervisor. Prior to joining USMS, Mr. Chrysanthis most recently served with the Drug Enforcement Administration as the Special Agent in Charge for the Los Angeles Field Division, covering the Southern California region, State of Hawaii, State of Nevada, Guam, and Saipan. He established and executed a division-wide strategy integrating enforcement, prevention, and regulatory priorities, driving measurable reductions in overdose activity while achieving the highest operational output in recent division history. Mr. Chrysanthis served as principal spokesperson for high-visibility media engagements and public briefings, delivering clear, disciplined messaging on complex operations and sensitive issues to protect organizational credibility and public trust.
Mr. Chrysanthis has a Bachelor of Science in Business Management from San Francisco State University and has completed the Senior Executive Leader Program at the University of Virginia’s Darden School of Business. Mr. Chrysanthis is committed to protecting the public, upholding the Constitution, supporting the courts, and leading with integrity, accountability, and unwavering dedication to justice. He is a native resident of the State of California and enjoys community involvement and spending time with his family.