‘Send a check’, Theo Von savagely blasts DHS for featuring him in ‘banger’ deportation video, here's what happened next

Comedian Theo Von raised concerns over DHS using his comments in a deportation video without his consent.

Published on: Sep 24, 2025, 23:36:46 IST

By Shweta Kukreti

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Theo Von, comedian and presenter of the well-known podcast "This Past Weekend," raised objection to the Trump administration's Department of Homeland Security that includes a clip of him stating, “Heard you got deported, dude — bye,” to highlight the agency's deportation statistics.

Theo Von's criticism of DHS was unexpected due to his cordial relationship with President Donald Trump and other key members of his administration. (AP)

DHS posted a 31-second video clip on X on Tuesday with the phrase “Bye.” Following Von's remark, it presents the assertion that 2 million illegal aliens had been deported within the first 250 days of President Trump's second term. Additionally, it shows Trump stating, “They simply stopped coming. They're not coming anymore,” and the screen ends with the message “LEAVE NOW” over an aircraft taking off.

Later, the 45-year-old Von posted the DHS video with his over 1.6 million X followers. Moreover, the odd clip also has the face-to-camera shot of Von, inaccurate deportation numbers, parts of President Donald Trump's speech at the UN this week, and what looks to be footage of immigration officials conducting an arrest.

Taking to X, Von wrote, “Yooo DHS, I didn't approve to be used in this.”

The comedian went on to say, “I know you know my address so send a check.”

Asking DHS to remove the video, Von said, “And please take this down and please keep me out of your ‘banger’ deportation videos. When it comes to immigration my thoughts and heart are a lot more nuanced than this video allows. Bye!” His post received 21.6 million views.

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A look at Theo Von and Trump tiesas DHS removes clip

Von's criticism of DHS was unexpected due to his cordial relationship with President Donald Trump and other key members of his administration.

Trump said that his youngest son Barron encouraged him to go on Von's podcast in August 2024, during the height of the presidential campaign.

The White House sent Von on Trump's first official international trip in May to speak at Qatar's Al Udeid Air Base before Trump spoke to the military. Vice President Vance also made an almost hour-and-a-half appearance on Von's podcast in June.

DHS has not issued any statement on Von's remarks. However, it has removed deleted the post featuring him.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Shweta Kukreti
Shweta Kukreti has over 8 years of experience in covering Indian and world politics. She joined the Hindustan Times in 2024 and is primarily assigned to the US desk. She currently works as Deputy Chief Content Producer and reports on a wide range of topics, including US politics, immigration issues (especially H-1B visa) and major global events. Shweta strongly emphasizes team operations, which encompasses monitoring news, delegating tasks, editing, developing comprehensive coverage strategies, and crafting engaging, and data-informed narratives. She received the Digi Star Award at the Hindustan Times within a year of joining for her broad coverage of US politics. In 2025, she earned both a promotion and a redesignation, a significant achievement recognising her contributions and the strong value she brings to the team. She has previously worked with the Indian Express, HTDS, ANI and Republic World. Seniors in all the media organisations recognised her work. Regarding education, she earned a BA (Hons.) in Political Science and a master's degree from Delhi University, and she pursued a PG Diploma in English Journalism from the Indian Institution of Mass Communication (IIMC). She also holds a diploma in Women's Empowerment and Development from IGNOU University and a French certification course from Alliance Française de Delhi. If not working, you can find her exploring the hills and engaging in adventurous activities in Rishikesh and Himachal Pradesh. She loves to play badminton, volleyball, and chess, and spend time with her friends and family. She also enjoys spiritual activities.Read More

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