A federal grand jury has indicted Milwaukee County Circuit Court Judge Hannah Dugan for allegedly obstructing federal agents from detaining an undocumented immigrant. The indictment, consisting of two pages, accuses Dugan of confronting Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officials and misleading them by claiming they required a judicial warrant for their operation. She is also accused of directing the undocumented individual and his attorney to exit through an alternate door to avoid detection by federal agents.
Dugan was arrested last month and faces charges that could result in a maximum sentence of six years in prison and fines totaling up to $350,000. She is scheduled to respond to the charges in court on Thursday. Her attorney, Craig Mastantuono, stated that Judge Dugan maintains her innocence and is eager to be vindicated in court.
The circumstances surrounding her arrest reflect an intensified crackdown on immigration under the Trump administration, which has included scrutiny of judges. Dugan’s arrest sparked protests in Milwaukee and drew commentary from Attorney General Pam Bondi, who emphasized that those who aid undocumented immigrants would face prosecution.
Following her arrest, the Wisconsin Supreme Court temporarily relieved Dugan of her judicial duties to uphold public trust in the state’s court system. Dugan was released on bond after an initial court appearance before a federal magistrate judge. The situation highlights ongoing tensions in the U.S. regarding immigration enforcement and the role of the judiciary.
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