Liam Conejo Ramos

Liam Conejo Ramos is a 5-year-old boy of Ecuadorian descent who was detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents in a Minneapolis suburb on January 20, 2026, along with his father, Adrian Conejo Arias. The detention occurred as Liam arrived home from preschool. The pair were subsequently transferred to a detention facility in Texas. Liam's case has gained significant attention due to his age and the circumstances of his detention, with school officials alleging he was used as 'bait' to apprehend his father, who is reportedly seeking asylum in the US. Congressman Joaquin Castro visited Liam and his father, reporting that Liam is experiencing depression. The incident has become a focal point in the ongoing debate surrounding immigration enforcement tactics, particularly the detention of children and families, and raises questions about the impact of such actions on children's well-being. Liam's detention is one of several recent cases highlighting the experiences of children within the US immigration system.