Protecting the President: A Military Job?

Hey all! I'm considering different roles within the military and I'm particularly intrigued by those that would involve protecting high-ranking officials. That leads me to a question. Which branch of the military is tasked with protecting the president?

Hello! The role of protecting the U.S. President falls primarily under the Secret Service, which is not under the military but is part of the Department of Homeland Security. However, it's worth noting that the military does play a role in general national security and may be involved in secure transportation or emergency planning. Each branch has specialized units for protecting and transporting high-ranking military officials as well.

So, while you may not be guarding the president directly as a part of the military, there are indeed roles within the military that involve protection of high-ranking officials and dignitaries. For instance, the Army has the Pentagon Force Protection Agency and the Marine Corps has Marine Corps Embassy Security Group protecting U.S. embassies worldwide.

Remember to look for roles within each branch that align with your interests and skillsets, and consider discussing your aspirations with a military recruiter, as they can provide more detail and guidance based on your specific goals.