Over 130 former state and federal judges filed an amicus brief supporting Milwaukee County Judge Hannah Dugan’s motion to dismiss charges of impeding government agents. The brief argues that prosecuting Dugan for actions within her judicial discretion constitutes an assault on judicial independence and threatens the ability of judges to perform their duties without fear of retaliation. This prosecution, they contend, sets a dangerous precedent by prioritizing federal interests over state court proceedings and jeopardizes the balance of federalism. The judges’ brief emphasizes the importance of judicial immunity and the potential chilling effect on judicial decision-making.
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A Wisconsin judge has pleaded not guilty to charges of concealing an undocumented immigrant. The case has sparked significant debate, with many questioning the selective enforcement of immigration laws and the motivations behind the judge’s arrest.
The core of the controversy revolves around the judge’s actions in allowing an individual, later identified as an undocumented immigrant, to leave the courtroom through a different exit than the main door. While the prosecution alleges this constitutes concealing the individual from federal authorities, many believe the judge simply guided the person to a different exit within the same public hallway, resulting in immediate apprehension by ICE officers.… Continue reading
Milwaukee Judge Hannah Dugan, arrested for allegedly obstructing ICE agents, is arguing for dismissal based on judicial immunity. Her motion cites the Supreme Court’s *Trump v. United States* ruling granting broad presidential immunity for official acts, arguing that a similar standard should apply to judges. The motion contends that prosecuting Dugan violates federalism and that her actions, even if construed as aiding the undocumented immigrant, fell within her authority to maintain courtroom control. The case has sparked intense political debate, with supporters portraying Dugan as a resistance hero and critics hoping for further actions against the judiciary.
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Matt Underwood