Wisconsin judge faces trial for aiding ICE evasion

The Trump administration is pressuring local officials accused of hindering deportation enforcement, with a trial underway for Wisconsin judge Hannah Dugan, accused of aiding a man evade immigration authorities. Prosecutors claim Dugan obstructed ICE agents by directing them to speak to the chief judge, while her defense argues she was following court policy. If convicted, Dugan faces up to six years in prison. Critics see this as an attempt to deter opposition from local officials amidst the administration’s crackdown on sanctuary cities and increased courthouse enforcement.

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