Texas Federal Judge Orders Release of 5-Year-Old Liam Conejo Ramos and His Father From ICE Detention After Minnesota Arrest
TEXAS — A federal judge has ordered the immediate release of 5-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos and his father from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) custody, ruling that their detention was improper despite an active asylum case, following their arrest last week after being detained in Minnesota.
Father and Son Were Detained Despite Pending Asylum Claim
According to attorneys and family representatives, Liam and his father were taken into ICE custody while their asylum application was still pending. The pair were later transferred into federal immigration detention, triggering widespread concern due to the child’s age and the family’s legal immigration status at the time of detention.
Their legal team argued that the detention violated both immigration standards and basic humanitarian protections afforded to minors.
Judge Issues Strongly Worded Ruling Against the Government
In his ruling, the federal judge sharply criticized the government’s actions, stating that the case stemmed from what he described as an “ill-conceived and incompetently implemented” effort to meet daily deportation quotas.
The judge added that such practices appeared to disregard the emotional and psychological harm inflicted on children during enforcement actions, calling the detention of a young child particularly troubling.
Court Cites Disregard for Fundamental Principles
The judge further noted that the handling of the case reflected a broader failure to respect long-standing American legal principles. In an unusually direct statement, the ruling referenced the government’s apparent disregard for foundational values, including those outlined in the Declaration of Independence, as it related to the father and son’s treatment. The court concluded that the detention was unjustified and ordered their release without delay.
Release Ordered as Immigration Case Continues
While the release order allows Liam and his father to leave ICE custody, their immigration proceedings are not over. Their asylum claim remains active and will continue through the legal system under standard immigration court procedures. Family representatives confirmed that the ruling allows the child to reunite with relatives while the case moves forward.
Case Draws Attention to Immigration Enforcement Practices
The case has renewed scrutiny of immigration enforcement involving families and children, particularly when asylum claims are pending. Advocates argue the ruling highlights systemic issues within immigration detention practices, while officials maintain that enforcement actions must balance legal obligations with humanitarian concerns.
No further details have been released regarding where the family will reside while their case proceeds. What are your thoughts on the judge’s ruling and the treatment of families in immigration custody? Share your perspective and continue the conversation at SaludaStandard-Sentinel.com.
