Mads Mikkelsen, a 21-year-old Norwegian tourist, was denied entry into the U.S. at Newark Liberty International Airport after ICE officials found a meme related to U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance on his phone. Mikkelsen claimed he faced threats of a hefty fine or imprisonment if he didn't unlock his phone. The incident sparked discussions online, particularly among anti-Trump activists. However, the Department of Homeland Security refuted Mikkelsen’s assertions, stating his entry denial was related to his admission of drug use and not political content.
Mikkelsen claimed he was threatened with a $5,000 fine or five years in prison if he refused to provide his phone password after ICE officials found a meme.
Anti-Trump influencers widely shared reports of Mikkelsen's denied entry, suggesting a crackdown on free speech, despite the Department of Homeland Security denying this narrative.
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