Judge Dugan Sentenced for Obstruction | US News

A former Wisconsin judge, Hannah Dugan, faces sentencing for felony obstruction after helping a defendant evade immigration agents—actions that sparked national debate over judicial independence and immigration enforcement. Convicted in December, Dugan, 67, had resigned amid impeachment threats after nine years on the bench. Her defense claimed political motivation, while supporters praised her public service. The sentencing judge acknowledged her mistake was born of frustration, noting she’s already paid a steep price—losing her job and enduring threats that forced relocation—without the defendant escaping justice.

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