‘Nothing retaliatory’: US seeks deportation of 5-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos

Al JazeeraCenterEN 2 min read 100% complete by By News AgenciesFebruary 7, 2026 at 12:13 AM
‘Nothing retaliatory’: US seeks deportation of 5-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos

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The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is proceeding with deportation proceedings against five-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos and his father, Adrian Conejo Arias, after their return to Minnesota. DHS denies accusations that this is a retaliatory action, stating it is standard procedure to enforce immigration laws. The case gained national attention after Liam's initial detention on January 20, 2026, which sparked controversy over the tactics used by immigration officials. The incident occurred during Operation Metro Surge, an immigration crackdown in Minnesota that began in December. Both sides dispute the details of the January arrest, with accusations of using the child as bait and abandonment.

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