Twitch Star Hasan Piker Detained at Chicago Airport: Conflicting Accounts Emerge

On May 13th, 2025, Twitch streamer Hasan Piker reported being detained for two hours at Chicago O'Hare airport upon returning from a trip to France. Piker, in a livestream, claimed the detention was politically motivated, stating, "The goal here is to put fear into people's hearts." However, Trisha McLaughlin, spokesperson for the Department of Homeland Security, countered that Piker's claims were "nothing but lying for likes." She added that CBP officers "are following the law and not agendas." Piker described the interactions as "cordial," but emphasized it was not a random or routine stop. The incident highlights ongoing debates about political speech and potential overreach in security measures.