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News in English (USA) / 15.05.2025 / 02:00

Wisconsin Judge Hannah Dugan Indicted for Allegedly Helping Undocumented Immigrant Evade ICE

Hannah Dugan, a judge in Milwaukee County, faces federal charges after being indicted by a grand jury for allegedly obstructing immigration agents. Prosecutors claim she helped an undocumented immigrant evade arrest, raising significant legal and ethical questions. Dugan has filed motions to dismiss the charges, citing judicial immunity in her defense. The controversy surrounding her case has sparked broader discussions about immigration enforcement and the role of judges in such matters, especially in the context of recent arrests of judges under the Trump administration.
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