Federal Grand Jury Indicts Wisconsin Judge Over ICE Obstruction Charges

Milwaukee County Judge Hannah Dugan was indicted by a federal grand jury on charges of obstructing a U.S. agency and concealing an individual to prevent an arrest, stemming from allegations that she helped an undocumented immigrant evade immigration authorities in her courtroom. The indictment, which carries a maximum penalty of six years in prison and a $350,000 fine, followed her FBI arrest in late April and subsequent suspension by the state Supreme Court. The case has drawn significant attention, with the Department of Justice defending its actions while Dugan and her attorney maintain her innocence and regret over the arrest. She is expected to enter a plea at an upcoming hearing. The indictment came after a daylong grand jury hearing featuring multiple testimonies from court staff and attorneys involved in the case. The situation highlights tensions between law enforcement agencies and the judiciary amid broader political disputes.