The U.S. Marshals Service routinely deputizes police. However, the move to deputize private security officers, who are not sworn law enforcement officials, is considered unorthodox

Summary

Members of Elon Musk’s private security team have been deputized by the U.S. Marshals Service, granting them federal law enforcement privileges.

The move follows heightened security concerns and death threats against Musk.

While the Marshals Service routinely deputizes officers, deputizing private security is highly unusual.

The extent of their authority remains unclear, but they may carry weapons and make arrests.