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ICE Detains Students, Sparking Outcry in Columbia Heights

1/22/2026

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Four students in Columbia Heights have been detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), including Liam Ramos.
Superintendent Zena Stenvik says ICE's tactics traumatize children.
Liam Ramos's family is pursuing asylum, arguing it is lawful.
Pastor Sergio Amezcua urges local authorities to handle cases instead of federal agents.
U.S. Border Patrol Commander Greg Bovino defends ICE's actions as lawful amid legal challenges.

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Story summary

Four students in Columbia Heights have been detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), including Liam Ramos.
Superintendent Zena Stenvik says ICE's tactics traumatize children.
Liam Ramos's family is pursuing asylum, arguing it is lawful.
Pastor Sergio Amezcua urges local authorities to handle cases instead of federal agents.
U.S. Border Patrol Commander Greg Bovino defends ICE's actions as lawful amid legal challenges.