Liam Conejo Ramos

Liam Conejo Ramos is a 5-year-old who was detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in Minneapolis in January 2026, after arriving home from preschool. His detention, along with his family, has become a focal point in the ongoing debate over immigration policies and family detention centers. This case is newsworthy because it highlights the detention of children and families seeking asylum in the U.S. Liam's detention has spurred widespread outrage and activism, with numerous celebrities and organizations demanding the closure of detention centers like the one in Dilley, Texas, where many families, including Liam's, have been held. The conditions in these centers, including reports of inadequate medical care, contaminated food, and constant surveillance, have further fueled the controversy. Despite officials denying seeking a quick end to the family's asylum claims, Liam's case remains a symbol of the human cost of current immigration enforcement practices and the fight for more humane treatment of asylum seekers.