Wisconsin judge charged with obstructing immigration arrest

A Wisconsin judge has been charged with obstruction after allegedly helping an undocumented immigrant evade arrest in her courthouse.

U.S. officials have arrested and charged a Wisconsin judge for allegedly helping an undocumented immigrant avoid arrest.

Judge Hannah Dugan faces two charges: obstruction and concealing the individual from arrest. She made an initial court appearance and was released.

Dugan’s arrest highlights growing tensions between the Trump administration and the judiciary over immigration enforcement.

FBI Director Kash Patel said there was reason to believe Judge Dugan intentionally misdirected federal agents away from the subject to be arrested in her courthouse, adding that the judge’s obstruction created increased danger to the public.

The move marks an escalation in the administration’s focus on judges' conduct, particularly concerning immigration cases. The Justice Department has repeatedly stated it will investigate local officials who fail to cooperate with federal immigration authorities.

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