PG&E is pulling out all the stops to protect its executives, and we’re not talking about corporate wellness retreats or fancy health insurance. Nope, they’re going full action-movie mode by hiring bodyguards with serious combat credentials.

In a move that screams “we know we’ve upset basically everyone,” the utility company has been quietly recruiting security professionals who can essentially double as personal protection agents for top brass. The job requirements? Must have a concealed carry permit and shooting expertise that would make John Wick proud.

Why All the Paranoia?

Let’s be real - PG&E isn’t exactly winning popularity contests these days. Between massive rate hikes that make San Francisco renters’ wallets cry and their equipment being linked to devastating wildfires like the Camp Fire (where they literally pleaded guilty to involuntary manslaughter), they’ve got some serious public relations problems.

The Price of Controversy

The security isn’t cheap, and there’s some serious debate about who’s footing the bill. Are shareholders covering these combat-ready bodyguards, or are ratepayers unknowingly funding what feels like a corporate action movie? Experts suggest this might be less about genuine threats and more about executives feeling, well, important.

Corporate Protection Goes Extreme

This trend isn’t just limited to PG&E. After the tragic murder of UnitedHealthcare’s CEO, corporate security has gone into overdrive. Multi-national security firms like Allied Universal are seeing unprecedented demand from companies worried about potential threats.

Bottom line: When your utility company needs bodyguards with combat experience, maybe it’s time to reassess some corporate policies.