


TikTok Star Khaby Lame Leaves U.S. After ICE Detention
Khaby Lame, the world's most popular TikTok star, voluntarily departed the U.S. following a brief detention by ICE for overstaying his visa.
Overview
- Khaby Lame, a Senegalese-Italian TikTok star with over 162 million followers, was detained by ICE in Las Vegas for visa overstaying.
- He entered the U.S. on April 30 and was detained at Harry Reid International Airport on June 6.
- Lame was granted voluntary departure to avoid a deportation order after his detention by immigration authorities.
- The detention was reportedly initiated after a report from fellow influencer Bo Loudon regarding his immigration status.
- Despite the incident, Lame continues to maintain his popularity and has signed partnerships with brands like Hugo Boss.
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Analysis
Summarize Khaby Lame's departure from the U.S. after visa issues and ICE detention.
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FAQ
Khaby Lame was detained by ICE for allegedly overstaying his visa. He entered the U.S. on April 30 and was detained at Harry Reid International Airport on June 6.
A voluntary departure allows Lame to avoid a deportation order on his immigration record, which could otherwise prevent him from returning to the U.S. for up to a decade.
Khaby Lame has not publicly commented on the situation.
The detention occurs amid President Donald Trump's escalating crackdown on immigration, which includes increased ICE activities and enforcement.
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