Father and son released from immigration detention center after 5 years

February 2, 2026 • Al Jazeera

Father and son released from immigration detention center after 5 years

US Immigration Facility Releases Father-Son Duo After Judge’s Order

A federal judge has ordered the release of Liam Ramos, a 5-year-old boy, and his father from an immigration detention facility in the United States.

According to reports, the pair was detained by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents. A judge later issued an order for their release, citing concerns about the treatment of minors in such facilities.

The incident occurred as part of a broader effort by the Trump administration to meet its deportation quotas. The exact details of the case are not publicly available.

As a result of the judge’s order, Liam Ramos and his father have been released from the facility. No further information is available at this time.

It is worth noting that the incident has sparked concerns about the treatment of children in immigration detention facilities. A court ruling previously stated that ICE agents had allegedly traumatized children as they pursued the administration’s deportation goals.

The release of Liam Ramos and his father follows a judicial intervention aimed at addressing these concerns. The exact circumstances surrounding their detention are not publicly known, but the incident highlights the complexities of immigration enforcement in the United States.

Source: Al Jazeera