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Controversial internet figure removed to UK after visa overstay

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Milo Yiannopoulos, a British national known for his provocative online presence, was taken into custody by immigration authorities and subsequently flown back to the United Kingdom. He had legally entered the US in 2019 but remained beyond his visa's expiration and skipped a court hearing, leading to a removal order in July. The Department of Homeland Security confirmed the deportation to multiple news outlets.

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Yiannopoulos's removal follows a final deportation order issued on July 22 after he failed to appear for an immigration court hearing. He entered the US lawfully in 2019 but remained beyond his visa's expiration date. Immigration and Customs Enforcement took him into custody on Thursday, and the Department of Homeland Security confirmed his return to Britain to Reuters and the Washington Post.

The British provocateur built his notoriety as a Breitbart editor under Steve Bannon and as an early Trump supporter. His standing eroded after he reportedly helped arrange Trump's dinner with Kanye West and Nick Fuentes, and he later clashed with MAGA figures including Laura Loomer. He has faced scrutiny over past

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