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The U.S. Marshals Service is now providing security for Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., according to an email seen by Reuters. This change follows the decision by the HHS Office of the Inspector General (OIG) to discontinue its protective services operations.
In a February 12 email, Deputy Inspector General Christian Schrank stated that the OIG’s security operations were ending after more than 40 years. Attorney General Pam Bondi confirmed the transition, stating that Kennedy, a key figure in President Trump’s Cabinet, will receive proper protection.
The U.S. Marshals, known for safeguarding judges and court personnel, are occasionally assigned to protect high-profile government officials. This shift comes at a time when the agency is facing increased responsibilities, including assisting with immigration enforcement.
During Trump’s first term, Education Secretary Betsy DeVos also received protection from the Marshals. Two sources familiar with the decision cited the extensive staffing and resources required for Kennedy’s 24-hour security as reasons for the change.
Kennedy, a frequent traveler with homes in Los Angeles, New York, and near Boston, requires significant security measures. A spokesperson for the HHS OIG declined to comment, while a Marshals representative referred questions to the Justice Department.
The reassignment highlights the evolving role of federal law enforcement in protecting high-ranking officials beyond traditional judicial security.
