ICE Detention Ends for 5-Year-Old Liam Ramos and Father as Judge Orders Release

A federal judge ordered the release of 5-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos and his father from the South Texas Family Residential Center in Dilley, Texas, no later than Tuesday as their asylum case moves forward, after the pair had been detained for over a week following their removal from Minneapolis. The ruling reinforces ongoing controversy over family detention amid the broader crackdown on immigration, with lawmakers and advocates criticizing ICE’s tactics while DHS officials push a narrative that emphasizes parent custody decisions. The case—which drew attention from Rep. Joaquin Castro and others—highlights the emotional toll on Liam and his family as they await legal proceedings.