U.S. Marshals Service deputizes members of Elon Musk's private security detail: Report

Musk's work with DOGE has been the target of strong criticism from Democrats, leading to several protests outside of federal agencies.

By Nicholas Ballasy

Published: February 22, 2025 7:33am

Updated: February 22, 2025 8:59am

The U.S. Marshals Service has deputized some members of Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk’s private security detail as he leads the new Department of Government Efficiency, according to a report on Friday.

Musk's work with DOGE on cutting federal spending has been the target of strong criticism from Democratic lawmakers who have led several protests outside of federal agencies.

Musk does not have U.S. Secret Service protection but members of his security team now have "certain rights and protections of federal law enforcement agents," CBS News reported.