Federal immigration authorities are pursuing action in two separate cases involving individuals in the U.S. immigration system.

In one case, the federal government is appealing a court order that would release a 5-year-old child identified as Liam Conejo Ramos from immigration custody. Details about the circumstances of the child's detention or the specific grounds for the government's appeal were not immediately available.

Separately, the Department of Homeland Security has confirmed that a Virginia man charged with killing his infant daughter is in the country without legal authorization. The man, who has not been publicly identified, allegedly beat his infant daughter to death and is facing murder charges in Virginia.

According to DHS, the individual entered the United States during the current administration. The agency did not provide additional details about when or how the person entered the country, or his immigration status at the time of entry.

Both cases highlight ongoing challenges within the U.S. immigration system, involving both unaccompanied minors in federal custody and individuals who have committed serious crimes while in the country without authorization. The appeals process for the child's release and the criminal proceedings against the Virginia man are expected to continue through their respective legal channels.