Gen Z Influencer Credits Role in TikTok Star Khaby Lame ICE Detainment, Departure

Khaby Lame, the world’s most-followed TikTok star, was detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) at Harry Reid International Airport on June 6, 2025, for allegedly overstaying his visa after arriving in the U.S. on April 30 to attend the Met Gala. Lame was granted voluntary departure, allowing him to leave the country without a deportation order, which preserves his eligibility to return in the future. Conservative Gen Z influencer Bo Loudon, who claims to be a close friend of President Trump’s son Barron, took credit for reporting Lame to ICE, boasting about his connections within the Trump administration and his role in the swift action taken by immigration authorities. This detainment occurred amid President Trump's intensified immigration crackdown, which includes a large-scale deportation program and daily migrant arrests, sparking protests in cities like Los Angeles. Lame has not publicly commented on his detainment, while Loudon has publicly promoted the Trump administration's enforcement efforts as part of his political activism. The incident highlights the intersection of social media fame, immigration enforcement, and political influence within the current administration.