Judge Orders Release of 5-Year-Old Held by Minnesota Immigration Authorities
In a significant ruling, a federal judge ordered the release of a 5-year-old boy held by Minnesota immigration authorities. The decision follows widespread public outcry regarding the child’s detention. U.S. District Judge Fred Biery mandated that Liam Conejo Ramos and his father, Adrián Alexander Conejo Arias, must be released by Tuesday.
Details of the Detention
The father and son were detained on January 20 while Liam was returning home from preschool. They have been held at the South Texas Family Residential Center located in Dilley, Texas. The detention sparked outrage after a troubling image of Ramos surfaced online, showing him in a blue hat and backpack during his arrest.
Court’s Criticism of Immigration Policy
Judge Biery’s court order included a stern critique of the current administration’s policies. He expressed concern over the “unbridled power” and lack of compassion displayed in the boy’s detention, stating that some actions are “bereft of human decency.”
Public Reaction and Government Response
- The case drew international attention and condemnation.
- Judge Biery’s order highlighted the emotional impact of such detentions on young children.
- Representatives for the Department of Homeland Security have not commented on the ruling.
This case raises crucial questions about the treatment of immigrant families and the policies governing their detention.
