ICE Frees 5-Year-Old Ecuadorian Boy Amidst Immigration Debate
Five-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos and his father were released from ICE detention in Texas following a judge's order that criticized their detention, multiple news sources confirmed. The pair had been detained in Minnesota in January under disputed claims of violating immigration law after entering the U.S. from Ecuador in 2024.
The case sparked national outcry and protests, highlighting the contentious nature of immigration enforcement and its impact on families. Representative Joaquin Castro escorted them back to Minnesota, according to CBS News. The circumstances surrounding their entry into the U.S. and subsequent detention remain contested.
Conflicting accounts emerged regarding the legality of their entry and whether they attempted to flee authorities. DHS officials maintain that ICE did not target the child and that the administration remains committed to enforcing immigration laws, CBS News reported.
The detention occurred after the pair entered the U.S. from Ecuador in 2024. The judge's order for their release followed weeks of mounting pressure from advocacy groups and concerned citizens. The case has become a focal point in the ongoing debate over immigration policy and enforcement, particularly concerning the treatment of children and families seeking asylum.
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