Adrian Alexander Conejo Arias

Adrian Alexander Conejo Arias is an individual seeking asylum in the United States. He is the father of Liam Conejo Ramos, a five-year-old boy. Both were recently detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in a Minneapolis suburb on January 20, 2026. The detention occurred as they arrived home from preschool. The incident sparked national outcry, with a judge ultimately ordering their release from a Texas detention center. Some reports suggest Liam was essentially used as bait to apprehend his father. The case has drawn attention to ICE's enforcement tactics and the impact on children and families, raising questions about the appropriateness of detaining asylum seekers and the separation of families. The detention has become a focal point in the ongoing debate surrounding immigration policy and enforcement in the U.S.