A Milwaukee County Circuit Judge finds herself in legal trouble as she allegedly obstructed immigration enforcement by helping an undocumented immigrant escape court custody.
Wisconsin Judge Detained for Alleged Immigration Obstruction
Wisconsin Judge Detained for Alleged Immigration Obstruction
U.S. federal authorities arrest a Wisconsin judge suspected of aiding an undocumented immigrant in evading immigration enforcement.
A judge in Wisconsin has piqued national interest after her arrest by federal authorities due to allegations of assisting an undocumented immigrant. Milwaukee County Circuit Judge Hannah Dugan was taken into custody by U.S. Marshals Service following accusations that she attempted to help Eduardo Flores-Ruiz, a Mexican national facing misdemeanor battery charges, avoid arrest during a court proceeding.
Reports surfaced that Dugan, in a controversial move, directed Flores-Ruiz and his attorney to a side exit during a scheduled hearing on April 18. This occurred despite the presence of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents in the courtroom. FBI Director Kash Patel tweeted allegations claiming Dugan's actions allowed Flores-Ruiz to evade law enforcement, though the post was soon deleted.
After his escape, Flores-Ruiz was apprehended and made a subsequent court appearance. The case continues to develop, raising questions about judicial responsibility and immigration enforcement protocols in the U.S. Further details are anticipated as the story unfolds, shedding light on the complexities surrounding immigration law and courtroom activities.
