Wisconsin Circuit Judge Hannah Dugan was indicted by a federal grand jury on charges of aiding a man in evading immigration authorities. The indictment is seen as part of the broader conflict between the Trump administration's immigration policies and local judicial independence. Dugan is accused of escorting an individual to avoid immigration enforcement, facing possible prison time if convicted. Her defense maintains her innocence, drawing parallels to a previous case against a Massachusetts judge, which was ultimately dismissed. This situation raises concerns about judicial autonomy amidst strict immigration enforcement.
"Dugan faces up to six years in prison if she's convicted on both counts; her defense team maintains her innocence and looks forward to being vindicated in court."
"Democrats argue that the Trump administration is using Dugan's case to intimidate local judges from opposing immigration policies, making Dugan a national example."
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