Federal Agents Arrest Judge Accused of Helping Man Evade Immigration Enforcement: A Detailed Report
Introduction
In a dramatic escalation of tensions between federal immigration authorities and local officials, federal agents on Friday arrested Milwaukee County Circuit Court Judge Hannah Dugan. She is accused of intentionally helping an undocumented immigrant, Eduardo Flores Ruiz, evade arrest by federal agents at the courthouse. The arrest, which took place in the parking lot of the Milwaukee County Courthouse, marks a significant turning point in the Trump administration’s aggressive campaign to compel local and state officials to cooperate with federal deportation efforts. The case has reignited fierce debate over the boundaries of federal and local authority, the independence of the judiciary, and the future of so-called “sanctuary” policies in the United States.
