Members of Elon Musk’s private security detail have been deputized by the U.S. Marshals Service, according to CNN. Three law enforcement officials who spoke to the outlet said Musk’s security now enjoys certain rights and protections of federal agents.

The U.S. Marshals Service has deputized some of tech billionaire Elon Musk’s private security detail, giving them specific rights and protections of federal law enforcement agents, multiple outlets reported Friday.

Elon Musk is reportedly growing more concerned about his safety as the US Marshals Service deputizes members of his security team amid a swathe of death threats that have led to an arrest