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Wisconsin Judge Hannah Dugan Faces Trial for Allegedly Aiding Immigrant's Escape from Federal Agents

Wisconsin Judge Hannah Dugan Faces Trial for Allegedly Aiding Immigrant's Escape from Federal Agents

Milwaukee County Circuit Judge Hannah Dugan is set to stand trial on charges of obstruction and concealing an individual to prevent arrest. Federal prosecutors allege that Judge Dugan helped Eduardo Flores-Ruiz, a Mexican immigrant, evade federal officers by leading him out of her courtroom through a back door. This incident occurred after Dugan learned that federal agents were present in the courthouse to arrest Flores-Ruiz, who had been charged with battery. The trial, which begins on Monday, is part of the Trump administration's broader immigration crackdown. If convicted, Dugan could face up to six years in prison. The case has drawn significant attention, with Dugan's defense team arguing that she was acting within her official capacity as a judge and had no intent to obstruct justice.
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Wisconsin Judge Hannah Dugan Faces Trial for Allegedly Obstructing ICE Arrest

Wisconsin Judge Hannah Dugan Faces Trial for Allegedly Obstructing ICE Arrest

Milwaukee County Judge Hannah Dugan is on trial, accused of obstructing immigration enforcement by allegedly helping Eduardo Flores-Ruiz, a Mexican national, evade arrest by ICE agents at a county courthouse. The charges include one count of obstructing a proceeding and another of concealing an individual to prevent arrest. Dugan, who has pleaded not guilty, could face up to six years in prison if convicted. The case centers on an incident where Dugan reportedly told ICE agents they needed a judicial warrant and directed them to leave the hallway, allowing Flores-Ruiz to exit through a non-public door. Flores-Ruiz was later apprehended and deported. Dugan's defense argues she was following draft protocols from the chief judge, which required referring ICE agents to a supervisor.
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Marjorie Ann Shannon's Legacy Celebrated in Georgia Memorial

Marjorie Ann Shannon's Legacy Celebrated in Georgia Memorial

Marjorie Ann Kelly 'Marge' Shannon, a cherished mother and grandmother, passed away at the age of 88 on December 6, 2025, in Greensboro, Georgia. Born in Antigo, Wisconsin, Marge dedicated her life to her family as a homemaker. She was married to Ronald Jantz Shannon for 64 years until his passing. Marge is survived by her children and grandchildren, who continue her legacy. A memorial Mass will be held on January 5, 2026, at St. Mary On The Hill Catholic Church in Augusta, Georgia, with inurnment at Queen of Peace Cemetery in Antigo, Wisconsin. The family requests donations to the Alzheimer's Association in lieu of flowers.
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Judge Orders Release of Kilmar Abrego Garcia from ICE Custody Amid Legal Dispute

Judge Orders Release of Kilmar Abrego Garcia from ICE Custody Amid Legal Dispute

Kilmar Abrego Garcia, who was mistakenly deported to El Salvador in March, has been ordered released from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) custody by U.S. District Judge Paula Xinis. The judge ruled that the Trump administration detained him 'without lawful authority' as there was no valid removal order against him. Abrego Garcia, who is married to an American citizen and has lived in Maryland for years, was brought back to the U.S. to face criminal charges. His attorney, Simon Sandoval-Moshenberg, confirmed his release, allowing him to temporarily reunite with his family. The Department of Homeland Security criticized the ruling, labeling it as 'naked judicial activism' and plans to appeal the decision. The case has drawn attention due to allegations that Abrego Garcia was involved with the MS-13 gang, which he denies.
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U.S. Army to Construct Border Wall in Grant County, New Mexico

U.S. Army to Construct Border Wall in Grant County, New Mexico

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has awarded a $78.9 million contract to Montana-based BFBC LLC to construct a 6-mile stretch of border wall in Grant County, New Mexico. The project will include steel bollard fencing with anti-climb plating, access gates, and roadway improvements near the Antelope Wells Port of Entry. This construction is part of a national defense area designated by the White House, funded through military construction dollars from the 2023 fiscal year budget. The area is known for its low traffic compared to other ports of entry in New Mexico.
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Abrego Garcia won release from detention. He must check in with immigration officials 14 hours later

Abrego Garcia won release from detention. He must check in with immigration officials 14 hours later

Kilmar Abrego Garcia was due to check-in with immigration authorities less than 14 hours after he was released from detention on a judge’s orders
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What to know as trial nears for the Wisconsin judge accused of helping an immigrant dodge agents

What to know as trial nears for the Wisconsin judge accused of helping an immigrant dodge agents

Defense attorneys and prosecutors are set to choose the jurors who will decide whether a Wisconsin judge accused of helping a Mexican immigrant dodge federal officers broke the law
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Wisconsin judge on trial as Trump administration targets immigration enforcement resistance

Wisconsin judge on trial as Trump administration targets immigration enforcement resistance

By Andrew Goudsward Dec 11 (Reuters) - Jury selection begins on Thursday in the trial of a Wisconsin state judge charged with helping a migrant appearing in her courtroom evade an immigration arrest in a case stemming from President Donald Trump's push to prosecute individuals accused of resisting
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Federal Judge Orders Release of Kilmar Abrego Garcia from ICE Custody

Federal Judge Orders Release of Kilmar Abrego Garcia from ICE Custody

A federal judge has ordered the immediate release of Kilmar Abrego Garcia from ICE custody, ruling that the Trump administration lacked legal authority to detain him. Abrego, who was wrongfully deported to El Salvador in March, returned to the U.S. over the summer. Judge Paula Xinis cited the absence of a final removal order and due process concerns in her decision. The case has drawn attention to the Trump administration's immigration enforcement policies, particularly its mass deportation efforts. Abrego's deportation was initially an administrative error, and despite claims of gang affiliation by the administration, his family and attorneys deny these accusations. The government has attempted to deport him to various countries, but legal barriers have prevented this.
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US prosecutors seek to abandon soccer TV rights corruption case

US prosecutors seek to abandon soccer TV rights corruption case

U.S. prosecutors have told the Supreme Court that they want to give up their fight to preserve the convictions of a former Fox executive and a South American sports media company in a corruption case related to the TV rights for international soccer tournaments
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Trump Administration Proposes Mandatory Social Media Disclosure for Visa Waiver Travelers

Trump Administration Proposes Mandatory Social Media Disclosure for Visa Waiver Travelers

The Trump administration has proposed a new requirement for travelers from countries participating in the Visa Waiver Program to disclose their social media history from the past five years. This proposal, published by U.S. Customs and Border Protection in the Federal Register, would affect citizens from 42 countries, including the United Kingdom, Australia, and Japan, who use the Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) to visit the U.S. for up to 90 days without a visa. Currently, ESTA applicants provide basic personal information, but the new proposal would make social media disclosure mandatory, along with additional personal data such as phone numbers, email addresses, and family details. This move aligns with the Trump administration's broader efforts to tighten immigration controls and enhance security screening.
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Homeland Security Secretary Noem faces scrutiny over immigration policies at a House hearing

Homeland Security Secretary Noem faces scrutiny over immigration policies at a House hearing

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem is expected to face tough questions from Democrats over the Republican administration's immigration policies at a House hearing