Who is Barron Trump’s best friend, claiming he got Khaby Lame detained by ICE?

There was a flurry of confusion and online uproar on Friday when news broke that Khaby Lame—the Senegalese-born TikTok superstar with over 160 million followers—was detained at Harry Reid International Airport in Las Vegas for “immigration violations.

” According to a statement from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), Lame entered the U.S. on April 30 and “overstayed the terms of his visa.” ICE confirmed that after a brief detention, the 24-year-old was granted voluntary departure, meaning he can leave the country within a set timeframe without receiving a formal deportation order.But what shocked many was a claim made by one of Barron’s ‘best friends’.

Bo Loudon, a rising 18-year-old conservative influencer who calls himself a close friend of Barron Trump, wrote on X, formerly Twitter, “I worked with Trump's ICE to have him removed.”

In a video posted Monday, Loudon doubled down on his claim, saying, “I just called some buddies in the administration, and I’ve never seen anything happen so quick. They were like, ‘We’re gonna get right on this.’” Loudon said he had been tipped off by “a few of his friends” and “business partners” that Lame had overstayed his visa.

“I wish Khaby the best of luck,” Loudon added, “and hope he’s able to come back as a law-abiding citizen.”

The claim has sparked widespread debate online, with critics questioning Loudon’s role and supporters praising him for acting on what he says was a legal concern. ICE has not confirmed whether Loudon’s tip played any role in Lame’s detention.

Who is Bo Loudon?

Bo Loudon is an 18-year-old American social media influencer and conservative political activist who has gained national attention for his outspoken support of Donald Trump—and for his close friendship with Trump’s youngest son, Barron.

Loudon is the son of former Missouri Republican state senator John Loudon and conservative media figure Gina Loudon, who served as co-chair of Women for Trump.Bo often shares photos of himself with former President Donald Trump and Barron Trump, showcasing his deep connections within Trump’s inner circle. His online presence blends lifestyle content with pro-Trump advocacy, and he frequently references his access to figures in the current administration.

Bo Loudon, along with Barron Trump, allegedly played a key role in Donald Trump’s 2024 presidential campaign by helping engage Gen Z voters through social media and influencer outreach.One of their most notable successes was organizing a high-profile livestream interview between Donald Trump and influencer Adin Ross in August 2024. The event drew nearly 500,000 live viewers, underscoring the campaign’s strategy to reach young audiences through non-traditional media.