Overview

• Milwaukee County Circuit Judge Hannah Dugan was arrested by the FBI on charges of obstruction and concealing an undocumented immigrant during a court hearing.
• FBI Director Kash Patel's social media post of Dugan's arrest photo has drawn criticism for potentially violating DOJ policies on defendant confidentiality.
• Senators Ed Markey and Amy Klobuchar condemned the arrest, framing it as a threat to judicial independence and the rule of law.
• Wisconsin Judge Monica Isham has threatened to stop holding court unless state judges receive guidance and support following Dugan's arrest.
• The arrest has sparked polarized reactions, with some arguing it highlights judicial misconduct, while others see it as an overreach by the executive branch.